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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6 Things a Will Won’t Do
Wills allow you to choose who will inherit specific pieces of property and amounts of money; however, there is some property wills cannot transfer and some situations in which a will cannot carry out your wishes. Find out when a will may not be the best option.
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Understanding Informed Consent
Health care providers must obtain informed consent from patients before providing any treatment or procedure. What exactly is informed consent, and how much are they supposed to tell you? Understand your rights and how to protect yourself.
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Choosing to Not Say 'I Do': Tips for Creating a Legally Sound Domestic Partnership
Wondering whether you should tie the knot? A domestic partnership might give you the protections and benefits you want without a ring. Find out if it’s right for you.
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Create a Living Trust in Alaska
A living trust can help your estate avoid the probate process. Find out more about how living trusts in Alaska can help your estate planning.
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Simple Trust vs. Complex Trust
Before you set up a trust, it's important to understand the different types available and the implications of choosing one.
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Guidelines for Using a Pour-Over Will
A pour-over will is an essential backup for your living trust. Discover why you might need this estate planning tool and how it works.
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Living Trust vs. Will: Which One Should You Choose?
Living trusts and wills are both good options for estate planning. Understanding the differences between them can help you decide which one is right for you.
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Inheritance Rights: Do Your Closest Relatives Have a Right to Claim Part of Your Estate?
Who inherits your estate depends not only on what you bequeath in your will, but state law can override some provisions in your will. Find out what your rights are and how to protect your estate.
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The Probate Process: Four Simple Steps
Knowing what probate actually involves will help ease your fears about the process, one that isn't always as complex as you might think.
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How Quickly Are Wills Probated After Death?
Because an estate cannot be distributed to the beneficiaries until the will is probated, the length of time of the probate process directly affects beneficiaries.
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