Betty Hartzel Schaefer
Greensfelder Hemker & Gale PC
Articles
Naming a minor as beneficiary can be a major mistake
USA - February 28 2017 In most states, including Missouri and Illinois, 18 is the legal age of majority. At that age, a person becomes an adult in the eyes of the law and…
Trusting your trustee: 3 questions to ask about who will carry out your estate plan
USA - November 30 2016 If you are like most people, you have a clear idea about who should receive your assets upon your death. However, selecting who will be responsible…
ABLE disability savings accounts are now available in Missouri
USA - May 3 2017 On April 24, 2017, Missouri launched MO ABLE, the state’s Achieving a Better Life Experience disability savings program. Missourians with disabilities…
To kill a lookyloo: How to avoid the publicity of probate
USA - April 5 2016 An Alabama probate judge entered an order recently sealing the probate court file, including the will, of Harper Lee, the famed author of "To Kill a…
Make sure your ex is axed from your estate plan documents
USA - November 2 2016 After months of emotional and financial turmoil, a finalized divorce can be a welcome end to a stressful time. Now what? Before you move on with your…
