April, 2017 | Lincoln & Wenk, PLLC

Ensuring that your grandchildren get some of your inheritance

On behalf of Lincoln & Wenk, PLLC | Apr 27, 2017 | Wills, Trusts, And Estate Planning

You want to leave money to your children, but you’re also worried about your grandchildren. You’d like to ensure that they get some of what you’re leaving behind, that it isn’t lost by the next generation due to divorce or poor financial...

Setting up general or health care powers of attorney

On behalf of Lincoln & Wenk, PLLC | Apr 19, 2017 | Wills, Trusts, And Estate Planning

When it comes to powers of attorney, the two basic types you’ll consider are general — often referred to as financial — and health care. As the names imply, they do very different things, but both are centered around giving other people the power to...

Reasons people keep their new last names even after divorce

On behalf of Lincoln & Wenk, PLLC | Apr 12, 2017 | Family Law

You got married, and you changed your last name. It signified a new chapter in your life. Now you’re getting divorced, and you’re wondering what to do. Should you switch your name back or keep your ex’s name?Most people may immediately assume...

Temporary orders and the need for quick decisions

On behalf of Lincoln & Wenk, PLLC | Apr 4, 2017 | Family Law

The logistics of splitting up your marriage can get complicated, and some decisions simply must be made quickly. You don’t have time to wait. The divorce case itself could run on for a few months. Some complex cases could take over a year.Imagine that you have...