Most families hope that a durable power of attorney or advance directive will be enough to manage a loved one’s affairs if he or she becomes incapacitated. When individuals sign these documents while they have full mental capacity, they are essentially choosing their own future decision makers. However, life does not always follow our best-laid … Read More
Trusts are designed to simplify estate administration, protect family assets, and ensure a loved one’s wishes are carried out. But when a trustee fails to perform his or her duties, beneficiaries may be left uncertain, frustrated, and at risk of financial harm. If you’re a trust beneficiary concerned about mismanagement or a trustee unsure how … Read More
If you’re caring for an aging parent in the Portland area and your siblings live far away, you may find yourself in the crosshairs of a future inheritance dispute. As a contested trust attorney in Lake Oswego, I represent clients accused of undue influence throughout the Portland metro area simply because they were physically present and emotionally … Read More
When an aging parent or loved one begins to show signs of cognitive decline, families often find themselves walking a tightrope between respecting autonomy and preventing abuse. Financial exploitation is one of the most common — and devastating — threats facing vulnerable elders. If you suspect someone is taking advantage of your loved one, conservatorship … Read More
Bizzano Law, LLC
525 3rd Street, Suite 200
Lake Oswego,
OR
97034
Serving Lake Oswego, OR,
Portland, OR,
and the entire states of Oregon
and Washington.
