Recent Blog Posts
Notice of Irrevocability in Nevada: What Trustees Must Provide and What Beneficiaries Should Request
If you are a beneficiary of a trust, or the heir of a deceased person who created a trust, you have certain rights to information when that trust becomes irrevocable. If no one has explained what this means for you, or if you never received a notice or copy of the trust after a… Read More »
Nevada SB 404 Trust and Estate Administration Updates in 2026: What Trustees and Personal Representatives in Las Vegas Must Know
The recent Nevada Senate Bill 404 addresses certain rules for how trusts and estates are managed, effective October 1, 2025. If you’re serving as a trustee or a personal representative, some of your responsibilities may have changed. While the bill mainly focuses on probate related matters, it also brought renewed attention to certain trustee… Read More »
Nevada’s Leading Status in Trust Jurisdiction Rankings
The jurisdiction in which you establish your trust matters. Nevada ranks among the top trust jurisdictions in America for many reasons, including that there is no state income tax and it has stronger trust protection from creditors than nearly every state. Nevada built this reputation on purpose. The state created a legal system that… Read More »
What You Must Know About Domestic Asset Protection Trusts
If you’ve worked hard to build wealth, you need to know about Nevada self-settled spendthrift trusts (SSSTs) (created pursuant to Chapter 166 of the Nevada Revised Statutes), or as they are sometimes commonly referred to in various states, domestic asset protection trusts (DAPTs). These legal tools may help to protect property from lawsuits, creditors,… Read More »
Multistate Property: Key Insights for Ancillary Probate Cases
When someone dies owning property in multiple states, their estate may need go through more than one probate process. If your loved one owned real estate outside of Nevada, you’ll likely need to open a probate proceeding in each jurisdiction where the real estate is located. This is called “ancillary probate,” and it adds… Read More »
Trustee Not Communicating? Here’s How to Legally Demand Action in Nevada
When your trustee stops responding to your calls, refuses to provide account statements, or ignores your requests for information about the trust, you’re not powerless. Under Nevada law, trustees have strict legal duties to communicate with beneficiaries, and you have rights to insist on transparency. If you’re a beneficiary and your trustee won’t talk… Read More »
Clark County Probate vs. Trust Administration: What’s Easier for Your Family?
You’re thinking about your family’s future. What happens to your home, your savings, and your belongings when you’re gone? In Clark County, Nevada, you have two main choices for how your family will handle your estate – through probate court or trust administration. The decision you make today determines whether your family faces months… Read More »
Trust Administration in Nevada: What to Do After a Parent Passes Away?
Losing a parent is never easy. If your parent set up a trust and named you as a trustee, you’re probably wondering what that means and what you need to do next. The good news is that your parent created this trust to help you and your family. They wanted to make things easier… Read More »
Living Trust vs. Will: Which One Protects Your Family Best in 2025?
Thinking about what happens down the road isn’t always easy. Maybe you’ve thought about making a plan for your estate and who will get it someday, but it feels confusing or even a little scary. You just want to make sure your family is taken care of and doesn’t face big problems after you’re… Read More »
Waiting to Plan Your Estate Could Cost Your Family Thousands
Waiting to create your estate plan or waiting too long to update the one you already have can cause many problems and potentially thousands of dollars. You’re busy, and planning for what should happen if you become seriously ill or die unexpectedly may not be at the top of your ‘to do’ list. But,… Read More »
