Pets Archives - Siedentopf Law

December 26, 2023

Should I Leave Money to the Person Who is Taking Care of My Pets After My Death?

People often ask if they should leave money to whomever they are leaving their pet to. Every situation is unique and every family is unique, but we feel that leaving money to the person receiving your pet is a kindness. https://youtu.be/sYovxEWOB6o Pets are a Responsibility Pets are a responsibility. While they have their own communication style and language, and while we as pet owners can be pretty in

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October 15, 2022

Non-Profit: Rescue Dog Games

RescueDogGames is a Howl-O-Ween party in Atlanta, Georgia that supports several of our areas Pet Rescue Organizations including Atlanta Lab Rescue, PALS, Tiny Paws Rescue, and Bosley's Place. The organization's purpose is to give dogs a unified stronger voice about the importance of pet adoption. Rescue Dog Games brings these strong pet rescues and organizations together to bring awareness to the need in the Atlanta area “to adopt—not shop”. Atlanta Rescue

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January 7, 2021

Estate Planning Priorities For a Fresh Start

One of the advantages of the New Year is that it provides us all with a fresh start. An opportunity to set new goals, projects, and priorities. If you’ve been thinking about creating an estate plan, or if you’re interested in learning how to best protect your loved ones and legacy, now is the time to get started. STEP ONE: Review Your Family Situation The first step in

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November 7, 2019

Millennials & Estate Plans: Protect Your Pet

Summary: Millennials may be waiting longer to buy a home, get married, and have children. But they are part of an increasing trend in pet ownership. When it comes to estate planning for pets, there are two basic options: a will or a pet trust. Millennials, the generation born between the 1980s and mid-1990s, may not see the need for estate planning just yet. But this group is

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October 10, 2019

Estate Planning For Pets

In Siedentopf Law's latest video, estate planning and probate attorney Sarah Siedentopf explains how you can protect your pets by including them in your estate plan. (She also brags a little bit about her own dog Spenser, AKA the best dog ever). https://youtu.be/zUiRN6cCLus Hi, I'm Sarah Siedentopf. I'm an estate planning and probate attorney in Atlanta, Georgia and I have the very best dog in the world. We will not

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November 6, 2018

Drafting a will? Don’t forget these four items!

Summary: Before you file your estate documents away, you should check for four items commonly left off of wills: updated guardian designations, digital assets, pet provisions, and alternative beneficiaries. Take the time now to ensure that your Last Will and Testament is carefully drafted and that it reflects your wishes. A Last Will and Testament is a legal document in which a person provides instructions for the distribution

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September 21, 2016

What A Will WON’T Do

Summary: Siedentopf Law explains the limitations of a Last Will & Testament and the type of functions it cannot -- or should not -- do. A Last Will & Testament plays an important role within the field of estate planning. With a will, you can memorialize decisions about who will inherit your property, or who will serve as guardian for your children. Wills are valuable tools – but they

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July 13, 2016

When Should I Start Thinking About Creating A Will?

Summary: When should you start thinking about creating a will? As Siedentopf Law explains, anyone who is 14 years or older, has possessions of value, is a business owner, or who has experienced a major life event might want to consider drafting a will. A Last Will and Testament is an incredibly important document, in that it ensures your wishes are carried out after your death. For many

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June 14, 2016

Can I include my pet(s) in my estate plan?

Summary: Siedentopf Law explains the different ways you can include your pets in your estate plan. Estate planning is an important process through which a person can provide for their family members and other loved ones. For many of us, our “family” includes our parents, children, partners, relatives… and our beloved animals. When it comes to our pets, is there a way to ensure they will be taken

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