Legacy Lawyers

Do you ever feel like someone is listening to you? What about Alexa, Google, and Siri? What if you could listen to a deceased family member's voice again? Well, it might soon be possible with Amazon's Alexa. The advancement of technology is bringing significant benefits, but there also comes great challenges.

Who becomes responsible for your significant other's debt when they pass away? You may be surprised that credit card companies will come after you, expecting to be paid. Always be extremely careful when signing onto a credit card with someone because you are also responsible for all the debts on that card.

What happens legally when a Mother of 8 decides to have her daughter's child? A mother chooses to be a surrogate for her daughter who struggles with infertility. That decision was a very gracious one, but defining this grandchild/child becomes challenging.

Do you know if an ex-spouse can get life insurance at death? Mike and Nathan will give you the answer in this episode when they talk about a case where this situation came up.

Legacy Lawyers, Mike and Nathan discuss an interesting law Australia has for ashes from cremation and how it's different in the United States. Are you familiar with what can legally be done with your ashes if you choose to be cremated?

If you have ever applied for Medicaid, or helped a loved one apply then the title of this episode probably resonates with you. It might even strike a nerve. Mike and Nathan discuss what applying for Medicaid is like, the issues that can come up and how to make it a smooth and successful experience.

Are you the Trustee of someone's trust? Do you know the crucial first steps you should be taking when someone passes away? Are you the beneficiary of a trust? Do you know what the Trustee should be doing? Being the Trustee comes with a lot of legal obligation. Listen to this episode to learn what to do as a Trustee to avoid drama and lawsuits.

Mike and Nathan explain what a buy-sell agreement is, as it's commonly mistaken as a contract to sell a business. Learn what you need to know about this agreement and what triggers it.

If real estate interests you, then you'll want to tune into this episode of Legacy Lawyers. Mike and Nathan explain real estate tokens, how they work and how understanding how they work could put you ahead in the real estate game.

Did physician assisted suicide just become more accessible? Is there a way to have your family carry out your wishes? Mike and Nathan discuss a case where a client wanted this option and how it was handled.

Did you know there's a very common mistake people make with their bank accounts? Banks and Credit Unions don't even warn you about it, but Mike and Nathan do in this episode of Legacy Lawyers.

Mike and Nathan discuss some cases where money was suppose to be left to charity but mistakes were made. They educate listeners on how to avoid these mistake so their family can carry out their wishes and not have a mess to deal with.

Legacy Lawyers talk about how breaking and entering isn't the only kind of home theft. And how it can easily happen to anyone.

Although crypto investors themselves, Mike and Nathan talk about the risks that come with crypto and blockchains. Are the risks worth it?

Are Trustees protected from a lawsuit after a settlement agreement? Mike and Nathan talk about some cases where this situation came up and how it panned out.

Legacy Lawyers Mike Haslam and Nathan Croxford discuss what a blockchain is, how it works, and who should have a blockchain estate plan. Is blockchain planning the future of estate planning?

Legacy Lawyers Mike and Nathan give you a riveting update on the Tony Hsieh, Prince & Britney Spears sagas they have discussed in previous episodes.

Mike and Nathan chat with listeners about the tough, but necessary, conversation they have with their clients who have minor children who depend on them.

Legacy Lawyers Mike & Nathan discuss a case where an individual had crypto currency worth millions and then suddenly passed away, without a trust, leaving his family in a mess. They talk about how the crypto is being handled for the beneficiaries of this person's estate. Tune in to be educated on how crypto can be protected and handled the way you'd want it to be after you're gone.

Nathan and Mike discuss the Bunny Wailer's estate and how they're handling his possible heirs. They talk about the touchy subject of disinheriting children and the conversations they've had with clients about it.

Mike and Nathan talk to listeners about the ending of Britney's conservatorship and what it means for the parties involved.

Mike and Nathan discuss the juicy Cal Curtis case, the local Utah attorney who embezzled millions from clients.

Legacy Lawyers, Mike Haslam and Nathan Croxford discuss the common question that comes up with clients. Should they leave assets to the ones who need it the most, who deserve it the most or neither?

Nathan and Mike discuss how an LLC should properly be set up and why it's important to set it up the right way. They talk about cases where the LLC wasn't created or being used correctly and the consequences of that.

Mike and Nathan discuss how using pig anatomy during life saving surgeries can affect estate planning.