As autumn arrives and farmers prepare for the harvest, the season provides a fitting reminder of the importance of preparation.

The most important part of an inheritance may be the way you leave it. You’ve spent years building wealth with one goal in mind: leaving something meaningful to the next generation.

For many families, life insurance is one of the first financial products they purchase. It can provide an important financial safety net, helping replace lost income, pay outstanding debts, cover final expenses, or give loved ones greater financial stability after a death.

At The Lansky Law Firm, we understand that generational wealth transfer is about much more than simply passing financial assets from one generation to the next.

Transferring home ownership too soon can create significant legal, financial, and tax consequences. A comprehensive estate plan offers more control and protection.

Beneficiary forms may determine who receives retirement accounts, insurance, annuities, and investments—regardless of what a will or trust says.

Many people assume that naming a beneficiary on a bank account, retirement account, or life insurance policy is all they need to make sure their assets go to the right people.

One of the questions I'm asked most often is, "I don't have much. Do I really need an estate plan?"

College preparation should include more than classes and dorm supplies. These legal documents can help parents support an adult student if the unexpected happens.

A few years ago, I answered the phone and heard something I never expected.

For families caring for a loved one with special needs, planning for the future often means balancing two important goals: providing financial support while preserving access to essential government benefits.

Today’s estate planning conversations increasingly focus on a different reality: people are living longer than ever before.

Gifting can be a powerful estate planning tool, but the rules around taxes, exemptions, and Medicaid eligibility are often misunderstood.

Could Adding a Child to Your Bank Account Accidentally Disrupt Your Estate Plan?

When creating a trust, one of the most important decisions you will make is who will serve as your trustee.

While recent updates may bring a sense of relief, they do not remove the need for planning. In many ways, they create an opportunity to plan with more clarity and intention.

If your estate plan was created online or has not been reviewed in years, now is the time to take a closer look.

Planning your estate is one of the most meaningful ways to protect your family’s future. But without thoughtful structure and clear direction, even the best intentions can lead to confusion, conflict, and costly legal disputes.

For older adults and their families, economic uncertainty is not just an abstract concern. It can directly affect retirement savings, long term care planning, and overall peace of mind.

When creating a trust, many parents naturally choose an adult child to serve as trustee. It feels like the obvious choice. Who understands the family better? Who cares more about protecting everything you have worked for? At The Lansky Law Firm , we help Memphis families think carefully about this decision. While naming an adult child can work well in certain situations, it is important to recognize that being a loving family member and serving as a fiduciary are two very dif