Law Days & Lattes

Episode 74: The Generous Season — Lifting Each Other Up When Life Gets Heavy In this episode, host Sidney Wheelan explores how to embrace the holiday spirit through compassion and connection. While the season is often a "whirlwind" of activity, it serves as a powerful reminder of the human need to be seen and supported, especially when carrying invisible burdens. The Beautiful Chaos of the Holiday...

Don’t Hit the Brakes — Year-End Business & Tax Planning for a Profitable 2026 Welcome back to Law Days and Lattes ! In this episode, Sidney dives into practical, high-impact year-end strategies that help business owners finish 2025 with intention and enter 2026 with clarity, organization, and financial advantage. While most people slow down for the holidays, this is your chance to quietly get...

Thanksgiving: Family, Legacy, and the Plans That Carry Us Forward In this Thanksgiving episode of Law Days and Lattes , Sidney Wheelan reflects on the meaning of family, tradition, and the importance of the conversations that shape our legacies. The holidays bring people together in ways few other seasons do. Sidney shares how this time of year offers a natural moment to pause, reconnect, and cons...

Legacy Around the Fire: Protecting What We Build, Preserving Who We Are In this episode of Law Days and Lattes , host Sidney Wheelan brings listeners into a different kind of estate planning conversation that begins at the firepit the night before deer season. This episode is not about statutes, documents, or legal procedures. It is about the quiet places where legacy actually forms. It is about s...

In this Veterans Day episode, host Sidney Wheelan honors the brave men and women who have served our country and shines a light on the legal, financial, and personal challenges veterans face after returning home. From navigating benefits and estate planning to combating homelessness and fraud, this episode offers insight, resources, and practical steps to help veterans and their families find stab...

Episode 69: Elder Fraud — Red Flags We Shouldn’t Ignore Host: Sidney Wheelan, Attorney & Founder of Wheelan Law Firm Serving North Central Missouri in Moberly & Carrollton ☕ Episode Overview In this episode, Sidney tackles a heartbreaking but increasingly common issue: elder financial fraud . Seniors — even those who are mentally sharp and capable — can be targets of manipulation, deceit,...

🎃 Episode 68: Don’t Let Fear Haunt You — Real-Life Legal Nightmares That Could Have Been Avoided This Halloween, we’re not talking about ghosts or goblins — we’re talking about something even scarier: the real-life legal nightmares that happen when fear keeps people from getting professional advice. Host Sidney Wheelan , attorney and founder of The Wheelan Law Firm , shares stories from her own e...

Episode 67: Funding Your Revocable Trust Law Days and Lattes with Sidney Wheelan You’ve set up your revocable trust—now what? In this episode, Sidney Wheelan explains the crucial next step that too many families overlook: funding your trust. Think of your trust like a basket—it can only protect what’s inside it. Sidney breaks down, step by step, how to move your assets into that “basket” so your e...

Episode 66: Climbing Out of Comfort Zones: Lessons from Hiking Mount Rainier Welcome back to Law Days and Lattes , the podcast where we blend real-world stories with practical legal and financial strategies to help you live boldly and protect your future. In this episode, host Sidney Wheelan , founder of the Wheelan Law Firm , shares lessons from her recent hike up Mount Rainier and what scaling a...

“And, Not Or — Is This the Wrong Paris?” In this week’s episode of Law Days and Lattes , host Sidney Wheelan , founder of the Wheelan Law Firm , reflects on finding meaning in life’s unexpected detours and what a new romantic comedy, The Wrong Paris , can teach us about balance, gratitude, and growth. When the film’s main character discovers that her dream trip to “Paris” isn’t taking her to Franc...

Labor Day isn’t just the unofficial end of summer—it’s also a turning point. The days get cooler, routines settle back in, and suddenly there’s a fresh sense of energy in the air. In this episode of Law Days and Lattes , Sidney Wheelan reflects on why fall feels like the real new year and the perfect time to finish what you started. From tackling long-delayed projects to finally completing your es...

Episode 63 – Back-to-School: Life & Money Lessons for Teens & their Parents Back-to-school isn’t just about supplies, sports, and schedules — it’s also the perfect time to prepare your teenager for real life. In this episode of Law Days and Lattes , Sidney Wheelan shares practical lessons parents can teach their teens about money, jobs, and independence before they step out into the world...

Episode 62 — Family Trusts: Protecting Your Land and Legacy If you own farmland, hunting acreage, or a cherished outdoor property, how can you make sure it stays in your family—and out of probate—for generations? In this episode, attorney and estate planner Sidney Wheelan explains how a family trust works, the benefits and potential drawbacks, and real-world strategies for keeping land in the fami...

“What’s Your Exit Plan? Smart Strategies for Small Business Owners” Hosted by: Sidney Wheelan Presented by: The Wheelan Law Firm (Serving North Missouri from Moberly & Carrollton) Episode Summary: In this episode, Sidney unpacks a question every business owner needs to ask — “What’s your exit plan?” Whether you’re just getting started or decades into building your dream, planning your exit str...

Episode 60: Shielding Your Wealth – Structuring Your Business and Estate Plan for Asset Protection and Probate Avoidance Host: Sidney Wheelan Sponsored by: The Wheelan Law Firm – proudly serving Moberly and Carrollton, Missouri 🎙️ In this episode of Law Days and Lattes , we’re building on last week’s conversation about starting your business—and taking it a step further. Today, we’re tackling how...

Episode 59: From Idea to Income – The Legal Steps to Start Your Business Welcome back to Law Days and Lattes —your go-to podcast for practical legal insights served with a shot of encouragement. In this episode, host Sidney Wheelan , attorney and owner of The Wheelan Law Firm (with offices in Moberly and Carrollton, Missouri), walks you through the essential legal steps to start your business the...

Episode 58 – Will vs. Trust: What’s the Real Difference? Host: Sidney Wheelan, Wheelan Law Firm (Moberly & Carrollton, MO) Episode Summary: Ever wonder whether you need a Will , a Trust , or both ? You're not alone—and this episode is here to clear things up. Estate planning can feel overwhelming, but we're breaking it down into plain English. Sidney walks you through the differences, pros, an...

Episode 57 – What Are We Doing to Make Life Better? Host: Sidney Wheelan, Wheelan Law Firm In this episode of Law Days and Lattes , Sidney takes a step back from the national headlines and turns the spotlight toward something quieter but just as powerful: what we are doing, right here at home, to make life better. From military parades to civil protests, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the noise....

Find Your “Why”: The Heart Behind Your Estate Plan Welcome back to Law Days and Lattes , where we blend legal know-how with real life. In today’s episode, host Sidney Wheelan dives into the real reason behind every good estate plan: your “why.” 🧠 This episode isn’t about legal jargon—it’s about the people and values you’re protecting. Whether it’s your kids, your partner, your business, or your p...

Episode 55: Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts — Which One Best Protects Your Legacy? Host: Sidney Wheelan, Attorney at Wheelan Law Firm in Moberly, Missouri ☕ Episode Summary In this episode, Sidney dives into one of the most common questions she gets from clients: What's the difference between a revocable and an irrevocable trust? Whether you're legacy planning, protecting assets, or trying to av...

🎙 Episode 54 – Your Uniqueness Is Your Superpower Law Days and Lattes with Sidney Wheelan Welcome back to Law Days and Lattes , the podcast where we talk about life, law, and everything in between—with a little caffeine and a lot of heart. In this episode, host Sidney Wheelan, owner of the Wheelan Law Firm in Moberly, Missouri, invites listeners to embrace what makes them different—and to build th...

Episode 53: Mother’s Day — Legal Lessons Learned from Mom This week on Law Days and Lattes , host Sidney Wheelan reflects on the timeless advice passed down from her mother — and how those “mom-isms” surprisingly double as smart legal strategies. Just in time for Mother’s Day, this episode honors the women who raised us and reminds us that love, wisdom, and a good legal plan often go hand in hand....

Ladies, Who Is in Charge of Your Finances? Host: Sidney Wheelan , attorney and advocate for financially empowered women Theme: Taking control of your finances and legal protections—no more sitting on the sidelines 💡 Why This Matters Women often live longer than men Women typically earn less over a lifetime due to wage gaps Caregiving responsibilities often take women out of the workforce Life eve...

In this episode of Law Days and Lattes , we’re diving into a kind of investing that doesn’t get enough attention: investing to protect your family’s future . This isn’t about chasing high returns or the latest financial trend — it’s about smart, strategic planning that gives you peace of mind and creates security for the people you love. Sidney shares the legal lens on investing, how your estate p...

Welcome to the 50th episode of Law Days and Lattes ! ☕ Host Sidney Wheelan , attorney and founder of the Wheelan Law Firm in Moberly, Missouri, celebrates this podcast milestone with an episode full of critical information for anyone who may find themselves navigating the responsibilities of guardianship or conservatorship . Whether you're helping care for an aging parent, supporting a disabled a...