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Who Will Inherit Your Creative Legacy? Why Artists Should Address Intellectual Property in Their Wills
Many people assume estate planning is only about homes, bank accounts, and family heirlooms. For creators—musicians, writers, photographers, painters, and…
Advanced Care Planning: Why Every Adult Needs a Healthcare Power of Attorney
Healthcare Power of Attorney in Wisconsin Advanced care planning is not only for older adults or people with serious medical…
The Pattern-of-Gifting Rule: What Seniors Need to Know Early
Many older adults make small, regular gifts to people they care about. Some give birthday checks to grandchildren. Others send…
HALE SKEMP LAWYERS RECOGNIZED IN 2026 EDITION OF BEST LAWYERS®
The following Hale Skemp lawyers have been included in the 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®: James G.…
August is “Make a Will Month”: Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Wait
August is recognized as Make a Will Month, a timely reminder of something many of us tend to put off—creating…
In Case You Missed It – Closing the Estate: Probate, Property & Planning – Recap
Thanks to everyone who came out to the Estate Planning and Probate Panel at the Holmen Area Community Center on…
Children’s Legal Issues in Divorce: What Parents Need to Know
Divorce is never easy, especially when children are involved. In Wisconsin, courts prioritize the best interests of the child, aiming…
How to Organize Your Affairs So Your Loved Ones Aren’t Left Searching
Leave More Than Memories: Essential Tips to Organize Your Estate Information As a trusts and estates attorney, I’ve seen firsthand…
An Introduction to Elder Law and Medicaid Planning: What You Need to Know
As we age, planning for skilled nursing or other long-term care becomes increasingly important. Many people first start thinking about…
Hale Skemp’s client awarded damages of $1,018,005.40
Attorneys Frank Doherty and Keara McKinney of Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp & Sleik, located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, represented a…