With income taxes now clearly in our rearview mirror, we are reminded of another certainty in life. The maxim that “Nothing is certain except death and taxes” (Benjamin Franklin, 1789) has existed almost since time immemorial. These inevitabilities are a fundamental part of life and one should not shy away from these tough issues simply because …
Kansas City estate planning
The Importance of Trust in Estate Planning
A client recently called about a problem that occurs all too often. “It has to do with two of my favorite characters,” Bob Beachy says. “They are known colloquially as Fifi and Ramon, evil step-parents or simply second spouses after a death of one spouse and parent.” When Dad dies, his personal property is often left to his wife with the certain …
When To Consider Multi-Generational Estate Planning
In estate matters, it’s a good rule of thumb to review your estate plan every three years or whenever there is a major change in your life – a marriage, a divorce, a remarriage, the birth of children, the loss of an immediate family member or a major rise or fall of assets. Creating an estate plan is a very personal matter; the estate planning …
Van Osdol & Magruder Attorney Profile: Elizabeth Patterson
Elizabeth Patterson was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio. She attended St. Louis University and obtained her undergraduate degree and master’s in accounting. She attended University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law and received her master’s of law in taxation in December 2010. Prior to joining our firm, she assisted clients with their …
Cheryl Boushka: Van Osdol & Magruder Estate Planning & Probate Attorney
Cheryl Boushka joined us in 2010 and practices extensively in the areas of estate planning and probate. Her vast experience was recognized when she became the president of the Kansas Bar Association Real Property, Probate and Trust Section several years ago. She has also been a member of the Probate Law Advisory Committee of the Kansas Judiciary …
Excellent Marks: Van Osdol Hires New Attorney, Mark Sprecker
The Biggest Little law Firm® In Kansas City has just hired a terrific young lawyer named Mark Sprecker! Mark Sprecker Mark is a graduate of the University of Kansas Law School and Kansas State University where he played on the golf team. At KU, Mark was an editor of the Journal of Law and Public Policy. We are thrilled to have Mark added to our …
