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Dera L. Johnsen-Tracy of Horn & Johnsen SC Celebrates 10 Years as an Attorney

Wednesday, 27 March 2019 by HJ
Madison, Wisconsin, March 29, 2019: Horn & Johnsen SC is pleased to announce Dera L. Johnsen-Tracy’s celebration of 10 years of practicing law. Dera L. Johnsen-Tracy is Shareholder and Co-Founder of Horn & Johnsen SC. The Wisconsin-based estate planning firm works with clients on a variety of issues to help them confidently and securely plan
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Living Trust vs. Will: What You Need To Know

Wednesday, 06 March 2019 by HJ
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You’ve probably heard the terms living will and trust used interchangeably. Although both a will and a living trust are important estate planning documents, they are actually very different. If you are new to the process of planning for your estate, it’s important understand how living trusts and wills are used. Basic Definitions This document
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What Is a Pour-Over Will?

Thursday, 10 January 2019 by HJ
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Many people assume a living trust is all they need to pass on their assets to beneficiaries upon their death. However, unless every asset is documented in the trust, this can be a difficult and long process. A pour-over will can help your estate planning be complete. Pour-Over Will Basics To begin with, a pour-over
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John Horn and Dera Johnsen-Tracy Published in AAII Journal

Monday, 19 November 2018 by HJ
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Madison, Wisconsin, November 17, 2018: John Horn and Dera Johnsen-Tracy published an article, “Using Beneficiary-Directed Trusts to Protect Your Heirs,” in the October issue of the AAII Journal, the official publication of the American Institute of Individual Investors (AAII). In their article, John and Dera summarize how beneficiary-directed trusts can be used in estate planning,
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4 Common Myths About Estate Planning

Monday, 08 October 2018 by HJ
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An estate plan can be complicated, and there are many myths surrounding the process. From probate to guardianship to simple wills and trusts, there are many aspects of planning that should be reviewed by an attorney. Planning is important for every single individual who wants to see their assets and wealth passed down in the
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Best Ways to Avoid Probate

Saturday, 15 September 2018 by HJ
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When an estate must go through the probate court, the process can be long and expensive, sometimes taking years to resolve. The longer the process takes, the more it costs, and the heirs are left with less of the estate in the long run. To avoid these problems, most individuals and probate attorneys do what
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Finding the Right Probate Lawyer

Monday, 06 August 2018 by HJ
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If you are interested in setting up a plan for your estate if you were to become incapacitated or pass away suddenly, the best way to do that is with the help of a qualified, experienced probate lawyer. Finding a good lawyer can be like searching for a needle in a haystack, so we have
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Conservatorships and Adult Guardianship

Thursday, 12 July 2018 by HJ
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As an adult, it is assumed that you can care for yourself and make decisions regarding your estate and your welfare. However, times arise when a person is unable to care for themselves and at that point, a court-appointed decision maker may step in. These people are known as conservators or guardians and they are
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John Horn, Esq. Named to Prestigious 10 Best Estate Planning Attorneys List

Tuesday, 29 May 2018 by HJ
Madison, Wisconsin, May 28, 2018: Horn & Johnsen SC Estate Planning Center of Wisconsin is proud to announce that John Horn, Esq., shareholder and co-founder, has been recognized by the American Institute of Legal Counsel (AIOLC) as an AIOLC 2018 10 Best Estate Planning Attorneys in Wisconsin. AIOLC is an impartial third-party attorney rating organization
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Horn & Johnsen SC Invited to Speak at National Symposium in August

Thursday, 26 April 2018 by HJ
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Madison, Wisconsin, April 20, 2018: Horn & Johnsen SC is pleased to announce the company’s associates have been invited to speak at a national symposium in August. The Wisconsin-based estate planning firm works with clients on a variety of issues to help them confidently and securely plan for their future. Since lawyers John Horn and
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