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A thorough estate plan is comprised of several essential documents designed to protect your assets and ensure your wishes are carried out.

Estate plans designate beneficiaries, including loved ones and charities, and appoint an executor to oversee the proper distribution of assets according to the documents.

Estate planning is vital in securing your financial future and ensuring your loved ones are cared for according to your wishes.

I can help you create a comprehensive estate plan that reflects the unique needs of you and your family.

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Today we celebrate those who have contributed to the betterment of their families, communities, and country through their labors.

Thank you for all you do!

Probate is the process that courts use to enforce the provisions of a Will and deal with any disputes regarding the decedent’s estate. Its purpose is to make sure the deceased person’s debts and taxes are paid and that assets are transferred to the people who are entitled to inherit them.

Without the proper estate planning and legal documents, probate can be a complicated, time-consuming process where your wishes may not be fully carried out.

I have guided countless clients through the estate planning process, and I can help you, too.

Call my office at 614-418-6166

Shared parenting is shared legal custody. Another name for shared parenting is “joint custody.”

In a shared parenting arrangement, both parents must consult with each other before making big decisions regarding their child. These big decisions are typically educational decisions, medical decisions, and decisions regarding the activities in which the child will participate.

Shared parenting does not necessarily mean both parents will have equal parenting time with their child. The parenting time schedule will depend on what is in the child’s best interest in your specific case.

As you go through the difficulties of a divorce, give yourself permission to feel and function at a less-than-optimal level for a period of time. The divorce process takes time to heal, regroup, and re-energize.

Allow periods where you are not as productive on the job or where you may not be able to care for others the way you’re used to.

Life will eventually get back to normal, although “normal” may be different from what it was in the past. Do your best to stay positive, take care of your physical and emotional needs, and get support when necessary.

What will happen after you are gone?

It’s not pleasant to think about, but it’s an inevitable reality.

Hopefully, you live a long, joyful life. But if the unexpected happens, you want to make sure your children and family are protected.

Estate planning allows you to be sure your family is cared for and your wishes are carried out.

Not sure where to begin? I can help you understand estate planning and prepare the critical legal documents needed to protect your assets and provide for your loved ones.

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Mediation is a private process where a neutral third person, called a mediator, helps disputing parties discuss and try to resolve their issue outside of court.

The mediator does not represent either party as an attorney or advocate. The legal mediation process is not the same as a court case where a ruling is handed down that parties must follow. If the parties cannot come to an amicable solution during mediation, then the dispute may escalate to a court case.

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If you are conscious and capable of making decisions, your living will cannot be put into effect. A doctor will need to make the determination that you are permanently unconscious or terminally ill, and a second doctor has to agree.

Discussing your living will and your wishes with your doctor ahead of time can help ensure your needs are met.

It’s easy to focus on the negatives when faced with changes like divorce, losing a job, or the loss of a loved one. And that may make it hard to cope with what lies ahead.

One way to make things a little easier is by writing down the positives this change has brought. It may be hard at first, but once you start seeing little glimpses of light beyond that dark tunnel, it will help you to stay positive.

Think of things like you got a chance to meet new–or connect with old–friends. It’s made you more aware about self-improvement. You’ve learned new ways to make it through a hard time.

Change presents us with an opportunity to grow, and you can help accelerate that growth process by being aware of the positives.

I structure each mediation based on the individual case and the parties’ preferences. If you do not want to be in the same room as the other party, I am able to effectively mediate between separate rooms.

Typically, I start mediation with the parties together, then I will separate the parties from time to time depending on their requests and what I think is most likely to facilitate the negotiations. I also mediate cases effectively by Zoom if you do not want to be in the same location.

I have been practicing family law, mediation, and estate planning since 2011.

I’m focused on moving forward with solution-based plans.

Whether you need to draft a will, discuss a possible divorce, or get mediation on a legal matter, I am ready to help.

Contact me to learn about your legal rights as you enter the next step of your life.

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Attention all you couples planning summer and fall weddings!

Let’s get things straight. A prenup is not a sign of distrust.

It’s a responsible step for couples entering the legal contract of marriage. In helping to create a prenuptial agreement, I can guide you through important considerations like:
💍Preserving business interests and inheritances
💍Protecting children from previous relationships
💍Planning for potential scenarios like one spouse being a stay-at-home parent
💍Clarifying financial rights and responsibilities

A prenuptial agreement must be signed before you are married. Schedule a consultation today to learn how prenups will be important if–and hopefully not when–you need them.

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Happy 4th of July to Everyone!

Have an enjoyable and safe day.

Divorce is difficult. There’s no way around it. Whether you are deeply considering divorcing your partner or are already in the process, you need to remember to be kind to yourself. Accept your feelings, whatever they may be.

While it may not be easy, take a break and show yourself some self-compassion. Don’t view your marriage as a failure; rather, view it as something that is no longer positively serving you and your partner.

And remember, you have legal rights and options when it comes to ending your marriage. The more you know, the better decisions you can make.

You may still need a will to capture any asset that may not have been transferred to the trust during your life. A will can ensure that assets are transferred to your trust.

Assets that are not in your trust and that do not have beneficiary designations may still be subject to probate.

If you have questions about this or other aspects of estate planning, feel free to call my office and set up an appointment.

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Today, we observe Juneteenth, the end of slavery in America. But we also recognize that freedom and equality are journeys each generation has to make in hopes of opening more opportunities for themselves and future generations.

A special shout out to all the fathers and fatherly figures out there caring for their children and loved ones.❤️

Have a Happy Father’s Day!

A living will is a legal document that allows you to specify your preferences for medical treatments and medical care if you are unable to make a decision for yourself in the future.

A living will allows your wishes to be carried out if you are seriously injured, terminally ill, in a coma, or incapable of making decisions. The legal document allows your family to make the decisions that you would want during a difficult, painful situation.

Learn more about living will and estate planning at https://bit.ly/3IBmSSh

As the seasons of your life change, you want to make sure you are prepared for it and understand your legal rights.

I can help if you are going through a life change or just preparing for what lies ahead.

Since 2011, I’ve helped individuals and families make informed decisions about estate planning, family law, and other legal matters.

Visit https://bit.ly/3VRf9qQ to see how I can help you.

We honor those who served our country and remember those who paid the ultimate sacrifice to help preserve the freedoms we enjoy every day.

Thank you for your bravery, commitment, and sacrifice.

When you contact Lewis Legal Solutions, Kylie will schedule your appointment and facilitate the intake process.

She has over 25 years of paralegal experience and is a Certified Paralegal.

Kylie also assists Mary with cases and is an invaluable member of our team.

Thank you, Kylie!

Families come in all shapes and sizes, and they all have legal rights. If your family is a bit different from the “traditional” nuclear family and you need help understanding your legal rights, contact me today.

I want to empower families of all kinds to make sound, beneficial decisions for their families based on their legal rights.

Request a consultation today.

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My goal is to help take some of the dread out of getting your legal affairs in order. 😉

We celebrate all the mothers and motherly figures out there for everything you do for those you love. ❤️

Here are 4 essential Estate Planning documents:
📄Last Will and Testament - Dictates how your assets will be distributed after your passing.
📄Revocable Living Trust - Allows you to place any or all of your assets into a trust during your lifetime.
📄Advance Healthcare Directives - Addresses medical decisions if you become incapacitated or unable to communicate your wishes.
📄Financial Power of Attorney - Authorizes a trusted person to manage financial matters on your behalf if you can not do so yourself.

Learn more about these documents at https://bit.ly/45NXXVi

Estate taxes are federal taxes on assets, such as cash, real estate, stocks, and other valuable belongings. Your beneficiaries pay estate taxes after they receive their inheritance, if applicable.

There are preventative measures you can take to plan for or minimize estate taxes, such as placing assets in an irrevocable trust or giving gifts to family members.

I can help you understand your estate planning options so the tax burden may be reduced for your family during an already difficult time.

Schedule a consultation to talk about your options.

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When you understand your legal rights, you’re empowered to make the best decisions for your family.

Are you unsure of your legal rights regarding family law? Are you looking to create an estate plan for your family?

Not sure where to begin?

I can conduct consultations in person or with Zoom.

In-person meetings are available at our home office, located at Easton Town Center in Columbus. I am also available to meet at our location in Worthington.

If you need help understanding your legal rights regarding estate planning, family law or mediation, please contact us to schedule a consultation.

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You go out of your way in every way to make sure that your child is safe and protected.

But what happens if something happens to you?

It’s not a pleasant thought, but something every parent should address.

A Will names the guardian you see most fit to raise your child if you pass away unexpectedly.

If you need help setting up a Will contact Lewis Legal Solutions at

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