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Estate Planning One of the biggest myths about estate planning is that young couples or young families simply don’t need it. “Wills are for people my parents’ age!” is a common refrain. However, there are many reasons people under 50 should have basic estate-planning documents (people over 50 should have them, too, of course). Having…
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Elder Law Rachel Bender, the owner and principal attorney of Bender Law, was raised by her maternal grandparents—so naturally, elder law has long been a passion of hers. A proud member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA), Rachel advocates for the elderly and their loved ones by managing: Preservation/transfer of assets to avoid spousal…
Read MorePet Trusts (Estate Planning for Pets)
Did you know that there are more pets in Seattle than children? And we aren’t the only pet-loving city: there are approximately 80 million pet dogs and cats in the United States alone. In 2015, pet-parents spent over $60 billion caring for their pets. According to the American Pet Products Association, the average annual spending by a…
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Estate Planning protects your assets and property, not only for future heirs, but also to protect your own interests if you are ever incapacitated. There are many options to consider, and each document must be properly prepared to withstand challenges and remain effective.
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One of the primary goals of the estate planning process is to avoid Probate, during which a Will is proven valid in court. The Probate process can be long, complex, frustrating and, depending on the severity of related disputes, it has the potential to create serious conflicts in families. It is therefore imperative that as you navigate the complications of Probate with an estate planning attorney who understands the importance of cooperation. Consider reaching out to Rachel Bender, a respected attorney with a clear passion for Probate law and Trust Administration.
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Powers of Attorney When you give someone power of attorney, you authorize them to act on your behalf regarding legal and financial matters. Two types are important for estate-planning purposes: Financial With a durable power of attorney for finances, your agent will have the authority to manage your financial affairs should you become incapacitated. They…
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Business Advisory Services From startups to long-established companies, businesses of all types need expert guidance in a wide range of areas, such as corporate structure, labor law, and more. We are available to provide counsel on the following: Business, regulatory, and growth strategies HR or personnel concerns such as discrimination and harassment policies, employment contracts,…
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Business Disputes Business disputes come in all shapes and sizes—from franchisee disagreements and labor issues to complex regulatory actions involving securities and other financial concerns. Bender Law provides services in the following areas: Securities fraud, enforcement, regulatory and broker-dealer defense We defend investors, broker-dealers, investment bankers, advisers, and registered representatives in regulatory investigations and disciplinary…
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Disclaimer No information that you obtain from this web site is legal advice, nor is it intended to be. You should consult an attorney for individualized advice regarding your own unique situation. No attorney-client relationship is formed between Bender Law, PLLC (Rachel Bender) and you by viewing this web site. For a complimentary initial consultation,…
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