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 | May 21, 2026 | Blog, Client Relationships, Common Questions, Education, Estate Planning, Healthcare Decisions, Kerlin Walsh Law, Wills & Trusts
Blended families are one of the most common family structures we work with, and they are also among those where good planning makes the biggest difference. Not because anything is wrong, but because the relationships involved are genuinely more layered, and a...
