Brette Sember, J.D.
Brette is a former attorney and has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years. She is the author of more than 40 books, many of them about legal topics. Brette has written, edited, and consulted for a large number of legal outlets, legal websites, legal practice management software companies, online legal service companies, and law firms. She is a national expert on divorce and family law. View her work on her website.
More From This Author
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How to Know if an Online Will Service Is Right for You
An online wills service can take a lot of the cost and hassle out of creating a will, but is it a good idea for you? Find out whether an online will may work for you.
· 11 min read
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Intestate Succession: What Happens When You Die Without a Will
A will allows you to choose who will inherit from you. When you die intestate (without a will), how your estate is divided is left up to the state. Find out how this would impact you.
· 4 min read
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Fall Is the Time for a Fresh Start on Estate Planning
Fall is the perfect time to get started with, or to finish up, your estate planning. As your children grow, your plan should change so that you're prepared for the future. And your adult children need to start making estate plans of their own.
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Do I Need a Will if I Have Other Types of Asset Protection?
There are a variety of ways you can organize your property to transfer to the people you choose after your death. If you have a trust or other methods in place, you may wonder if you really still need a will. Read on to find out.
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Do I Need a Living Will?
A living will is an important document every adult should complete with thoughtfulness and care. Doing so protects not only you but your family as well.
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Check Your Will Before You Pack Your Swimsuit: 6 Estate Plan To-Dos Before Vacation
If you're planning a trip, you're probably busy looking at maps and booking hotel rooms, but you also should take a few moments to look over your estate plan before you go. Find out why you'll enjoy your vacation more if you do.
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5 Myths About Powers of Attorney
A power of attorney can be a powerful and important document, but it's often misunderstood.
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4 Lessons Coronavirus Can Teach Us About Estate Planning
Coronavirus has created a lot of fear. Taking charge of your estate plan can help you ease some of those worries.
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Understanding Your Copyright License Agreement
When you own a copyrighted work, such as a book, article, play, or song, you have the right to decide if and how anyone else can use it. Giving permission to do so is called granting a license, which is a written contract giving the user authorization to use the work, usually in exchange for payment.
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Protect Your Business with a Noncompete Clause
A noncompete clause can help your business prevent employees from leaving and going to work for your direct competitors. Get the information you need to determine how and when to use a noncompete clause.
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