Estate Planning for the Modern Family
We are in a period of evolution of the definition of “family.” As planners, we need to be thoughtful about understanding our implicit biases and creating an environment of open communication with clients about their families. In this article originally published in The Practical Lawyer magazine, Steven Kriz and Lauren Wolven discuss the legal and societal issues facing the LGBTQ community, the terminology to use when advising LGBTQ individuals and families, and ideas for preventing, resolving, and planning in anticipation of problems.