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Apr

What happens to my digital property upon my death?

April 2, 2026wynnatlawBlog

When most people think of estate planning, they likely think of wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, and funeral wishes. An often overlooked part of the estate planning process involves considering what happens to your digital property upon your death. Your digital property includes email, photo sharing and storage accounts, Facebook, Google, Apple, etc. Whether you would...

Jan

What happens to my pet when I pass?

January 30, 2026wynnatlawattorney, Blog, lawyer, lawyer in Lake Geneva, Shannon wynn, Walworth county, Wisconsin, wynn at law

You may have had informal conversations with your loved ones to designate them as caregivers to your furry friends in the event that you pass. While having verbal confirmation may seem sufficient, there are additional tools you should consider using to ensure safekeeping of your pets once you pass. For example, have you considered a...

Nov

The Financial Power of Attorney and What It Can Do For You

November 11, 2025wynnatlawBlog

What is a Financial Power of Attorney? A Financial Power of Attorney (FPOA) also known as a “property power of attorney” or a “durable power of attorney” is a document that gives a specified person power over your finances while you are living. The person creating the FPOA is the “principal” and the person who...

Aug

Top Three Estate Planning Mistakes

August 8, 2025wynnatlawBlog

Many of us have thought about and initiated plans for what will happen with our assets when we pass. However, it is important to consider whether those plans have unintended consequences. In this blog, we break down some of the most common estate planning mistakes that we see in the office and why hiring an...

Oct

How do I make sure my child is taken care of if I die?

October 26, 2024wynnatlawBlog

How do I make sure my minor child is taken care of if I die? There is a common misconception that you can simply tell a trusted friend or family member that they are the person you would like to take care of your children in the event of your death. Unfortunately, a conversation like...

A blank last will and testament form with a pen laying over it.

Apr

What happens in the State of Wisconsin when you die without an estate plan?

April 8, 2024wynnatlawBlog

What happens in the State of Wisconsin when you die without an estate plan? Intestate Succession: When someone who lived in the state of Wisconsin dies without an estate plan, they are said to have died “intestate” and are thus entitled to the state’s laws of intestate succession. In other words, the state decides what...

Dec

Your Estate Planning Toolbox: Trusts

December 16, 2019wynnatlawBlog

The Last Will and Testament and other forms of the Will were covered in our most recent article. Often going alongside a Will is one or more trusts. A revocable living trust is the tool in the Estate Planning Toolbox for holding and distributing a person’s assets to avoid probate. In its simplest definition, the...

Dec

Your Estate Planning Toolbox: The Will

December 3, 2019wynnatlawBlog

In a previous article, Wynn at Law, LLC, highlighted why the holidays are an ideal time to discuss your estate planning needs. The old adage ‘there’s no time like the present’ holds true with estate planning. So, here is a little more detail on the most common, and sometimes overlooked, planning tool: The Will. There are...

Nov

Practice good estate planning during holiday gatherings

November 13, 2019wynnatlawBlog

There isn’t a better time to review a will, trust, or other estate planning documents than the convenient time of holiday gatherings. Wynn at Law, LLC definitely realizes how this could be a delicate or somber talk during what should be fun events. However, the family will appreciate it later when they seek clarity on...

Jul

What is a Power of Attorney for Healthcare and for Finances

July 28, 2016wynnatlawBlog

Power of Attorney for Healthcare A Power of Attorney for Healthcare designates someone to represent you when you are unable to make decisions or unable to communicate decisions about your healthcare. This healthcare “agent” will be someone you trust to make all necessary medical decisions on your behalf and respect your wishes regarding life support,...

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