Today our nation pauses to honor a great hero, Martin Luther King, Jr. Today's post contains one of his many inspiring quotes:
"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter."
In consultation with clients have have to ask "and who would your property go to if that person dies". After asking this once or twice a puzzled look takes over the client's face. At that time I ask "who or what would benefit the most if everyone were gone, where could the money promote your legacy?"
A will can be a mundane legal instrument or it can be a vehicle for change. Including a charitable organization in your will is a great way to promote things that matter once you are silenced.
As always, do not use a blog post for legal advice. Please consult with an attorney licensed in your home state.
Making sense of illness, death and taxes through the eyes of Attorney and Author, Melinda Gustafson Gervasi
Monday, January 16, 2012
Martin Luther King, Jr. & Things That Matter
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Melinda Gustafson Gervasi is a Madison attorney and author whose current practice focuses on estate planning and probate. She is committed to increasing the public’s understanding of estate planning and probate issues. In 2013 she released her first book, Middle Class Philanthropist where she illustrates how anyone can leave a legacy. Gustafson Gervasi Law Office, LLC, 5555 Odana Rd., Suite 205, Madison, WI 53719
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