When people think about estate planning, they often focus on financial assets like homes, savings, investments, and inheritances. At The Lansky Law Firm , we encourage clients to think a little differently. One of your most valuable assets is not financial at all. It is your mind. Cognitive health is central to independence, dignity, and quality of life as we age. While legal documents cannot prevent dementia or cognitive decline, they can  determine whether you remain in con

If you have more than one child, you may find yourself asking whether your will or trust should divide everything equally. At The Lansky Law Firm, this is one of the most common and emotionally charged questions families bring to us.

At The Lansky Law Firm, we understand how overwhelming it can feel to take on the responsibility of probating an estate especially while grieving the loss of a loved one. Probate has always required careful attention, but in recent years the process has become significantly more complicated.

At The Lansky Law Firm, we work with families every day who share a growing and understandable concern: How do we ensure the inheritance we leave behind truly benefits our children and isn’t lost to the financial and personal risks that are more common today than ever before?

For many families, the “family home” is far more than a structure. It is memory-soaked real estate: pencil marks on the doorframe, backyard wiffle ball games, holiday gatherings, and the familiar squeak on the stairs that no one ever fixed.

The holiday season has a way of sneaking up on us. One minute you are finishing the leftover Halloween candy, and the next you are booking flights, mapping out road trips, thawing turkeys, and debating over real or fake trees.

For legally married couples, the portability provision may be one of the most powerful estate-planning tools available.

At The Lansky Law Firm, we believe that planning ahead brings peace of mind — whether you’re preparing for retirement, managing inherited assets, or facing life’s unexpected challenges such as Alzheimer’s disease.

At The Lansky Law Firm, we understand that conversations about end-of-life wishes can be difficult. Yet, planning ahead — even for something as sensitive as the disposition of your remains — is one of the greatest acts of love and thoughtfulness you can offer your family. It replaces uncertainty with clarity, and anxiety with peace.

Whether you’ve received a diagnosis yourself or are caring for a loved one, the emotional and practical challenges are immense. Among the most critical steps you can take is putting a solid estate plan in place.

Bringing up money with your parents can feel uncomfortable—but at The Lansky Law Firm, we know that starting this conversation early is one of the most caring steps you can take for your family.

When most people think about who will manage their estate or step in if they can’t make decisions, the answer often feels obvious: a spouse, an adult child, or a trusted relative.

Bringing up how your belongings, property, and finances will be divided after you’re gone can feel uncomfortable—but at The Lansky Law Firm, we know that having that conversation early is one of the most caring steps you can take for your family.

Whether you’re single by choice, through divorce, or after the loss of a partner, your life, finances, and estate plan deserve a strategy designed just for you.

One of the main goals of estate planning is making sure your loved ones are cared for after you’re gone. But if your spouse is not a U.S. citizen, some of the rules change—and if you’re not aware of them, those changes can lead to unexpected taxes and complications.

At The Lansky Law Firm, one of the most common phrases we hear is: “I just need a simple will.”

When we think about legacy, we often focus on passing down assets—but true legacy is about leaving behind peace of mind.

Losing someone you love is a deeply personal and often disorienting experience. When that loss is sudden, the emotional weight can be compounded by the urgent responsibilities that follow.

Estate planning is filled with strategies designed to protect your legacy—but not all of them are widely known. One powerful yet often overlooked tool is portability.At The Lansky Law Firm, we help Tennessee families achieve peace of mind through preparation by uncovering smart strategies that make a big difference. Portability is one of those tools—especially relevant for married couples concerned about minimizing estate tax burdens.What Is Portability?Portability allows a s

Over the next two decades, families across America will experience something unprecedented: the largest transfer of wealth in history. According to Cerulli Associates, Baby Boomers are projected to pass down more than $105 trillion in assets to their heirs—primarily Gen X and Millennials.