Squillace & Associates, P.C.

08/26/2026

An irony of modern estate planning is that the more secure we make our digital lives, the more vulnerable we are to a planning lockdown when a crisis hits.

Travel can magnify the problem by separating you from the devices, documents, people, and places you normally rely on to access important information.

Here's how to build an access plan should you have an unanticipated situation during your travels: https://squillace-law.com/2026/08/11/why-travel-can-expose-the-weakest-part-of-your-estate-plan/

08/19/2026

If you travel internationally, you may move fluidly among languages, cultures, and customs. However, you may not realize that your estate plan will not automatically follow you across foreign borders. Plans written around US laws may not be recognized or function as intended in other countries.

An international lifestyle should be paired with an estate plan prepared to function across borders, time zones, and jurisdictions.

Here are some important considerations for international travelers: https://squillace-law.com/2026/08/11/when-your-estate-plan-does-not-travel-with-you/

08/12/2026

Travel takes us out of our comfort zone, exposes us to new stimuli, and can rekindle a sense of awe as we leave the familiar behind and embrace the unknown.

It also challenges us to think and act differently. But by stripping away our daily routines, travel can expose gaps in how prepared we are to handle financial or personal emergencies far from home.

Is your estate plan travel-proofed? Read more to find out: https://squillace-law.com/2026/08/11/what-happens-if-something-goes-wrong-while-traveling/

07/29/2026

In the event that you lose your spouse, having the right plan in place can help you act quickly, safeguard your finances, and protect your estate during an already difficult time. Learn more:
https://squillace-law.com/2026/07/29/sudden-widowhood-navigating-legal-and-financial-chaos-after-a-spouses-death/

07/23/2026

Good news in the form of a sudden windfall can put your family in a new financial position that may materially alter your legacy and estate plan. But it can also complicate things. Here's how to avoid any unnecessary financial risks: https://squillace-law.com/2026/07/22/navigating-family-expectations-after-sudden-wealth-windfall/

06/25/2026

Navigating Legal and Financial Barriers After Dementia Progresses: Recognizing and responding to cognitive decline is rarely straightforward. Even medical professionals can struggle to identify exactly when early symptoms cross into something more serious. At this stage, the focus shifts from what could have been done to what can be done now. Learn more in our latest article: https://squillace-law.com/2026/06/25/navigating-legal-and-financial-barriers-after-dementia-progresses/

06/22/2026

With dementia cases in the United States estimated to double by 2060, a diagnosis is something that more and more families will face. A dementia diagnosis is not just medical; it also carries legal implications. Here are seven legal moves to make while you still have options: https://squillace-law.com/2026/06/17/dementia-diagnosis-changes-more-than-healthcare/

With dementia cases in the United States estimated to double by 2060, a diagnosis is something that more and more families will face.

06/11/2026

You have been seeing the signs for months. Mom or Dad has not quite been themselves lately – forgetting things more often. Which raises an urgent question: What can you do right now, while they can still participate in making decisions? Learn more in our latest newsletter: https://squillace-law.com/2026/06/10/legal-steps-to-take-when-you-first-notice-memory-problems/

05/29/2026

Nothing in your home will stay yours forever. Every item—each wall hanging, piece of furniture, book, device, or collected trinket—will one day belong to someone else. Your assessment of your home’s organization can help guide the next steps. Here are some practical decluttering strategies: https://squillace-law.com/2026/05/20/practical-estate-planning-strategies-when-letting-go-is-hard/

05/27/2026

After we are gone, our belongings must be handled, and the responsibility often falls to those we leave behind. A lifetime of belongings remain, and there are hidden risks and costs buried beneath the piles: the financial and estate planning fallout a “stuff avalanche” can trigger. Learn more about the financial and emotional impact it can cause: https://squillace-law.com/2026/05/20/the-burden-that-excess-belongings-place-on-loved-ones/