by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Aug 10, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Wellness, Wills & Trusts
KEY TAKEAWAYS Early memory problems don’t necessarily mean it’s too late to make legal decisions. A diagnosis doesn’t determine legal capacity—understanding does. There may be a limited window to put important legal documents in place. Powers of Attorney and other key...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Aug 10, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wellness, Wills & Trusts
KEY TAKEAWAYS Once legal capacity is lost, many traditional Estate Planning options may no longer be available. Even close family members or a spouse may not have the legal authority to step in. Without the right documents, accessing finances, medical information, and...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Jul 20, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
KEY TAKEAWAYS College can change your legal rights overnight. Could you help in a medical emergency? College paperwork isn’t enough. One conversation can protect your family. The college checklist most parents overlook. You have likely been preparing for weeks...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Jul 17, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
KEY TAKEAWAYS Turning 18 changes more than you think. Your parents may no longer have access. One emergency can expose a big gap. Estate planning isn’t just for older adults. A few documents can protect your future. Congratulations! You are now legally an adult....
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Jul 16, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, News, Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts
KEY TAKEAWAYS At 18, your legal authority as a parent ends. Medical, financial, and school information can suddenly become off-limits. Unexpected problems aren’t always emergencies. A little planning today can prevent major stress tomorrow. The best gift you can...
by Eileen Kerlin Walsh | Jul 6, 2026 | Blog, Common Questions, Estate Planning, Kerlin Walsh Law, Wills & Trusts
KEY TAKEAWAYS One signature doesn’t always change everything. Once the divorce is final – not all legal needs are necessarily complete. What is in a divorce decree? What effect does the divorce decree have on an existing estate plan? Protecting your new future....
