Salt Lake City Area Legal Blog
Digital Assets in Your Estate Plan: What Utah Law Says About Your Online Legacy
Your online presence does not vanish when you die. Without the right legal authority, your family members in Salt Lake City may find themselves locked out of your email, cryptocurrency and social media accounts. Utah law covers digital asset access, but failing to...
Top 3 benefits of a Utah trust (and why it matters)
A trust can simplify what happens to your property and protect the people you care about. If you live in Salt Lake City, it may also save time, money and stress for your family. Avoids probate Utah’s probate process can impose additional delay and expense. A properly...
What happens when you die without a will in Utah?
Estate planning is about control. Without a will in Utah, that control shifts to statutes that decide what happens next, and your spouse, children and other relatives may receive shares that differ from what you would expect. A clear view of these default rules can...
Pets and Estate Planning
PETS I have two dogs and love them dearly. They are definitely family members we love. Many clients want to address the needs of their pets in their estate planning documents. Planning for what happens to dogs and cats at your death is important because if your death...