by Emily Taylor | May 5, 2026 | Articles, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning
Artificial intelligence is no longer something on the horizon. It is here, it is practical, and many of my clients are already using it in their everyday lives. They use it to draft emails, organize ideas, and think through decisions. As your estate planning attorney,...
by Emily Taylor | Jun 19, 2025 | Articles, Special Needs Planning, Guardianship
When a person with a disability turns 18, they legally become an adult. This can create anxiety for families who have been deeply involved in supporting their child’s medical, educational, or personal decisions. Traditionally, many families have turned to guardianship...
by Emily Taylor | May 24, 2025 | Articles, Special Needs Planning, Guardianship
At our Arizona law firm, we work with many families supporting a young adult with a disability. One common question we hear from parents and guardians is: Is selective service registration required for young adults with disabilities? Let’s explore what’s involved, how...
by Emily Taylor | Jan 31, 2025 | Articles, Special Needs Planning, Guardianship
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently updated its policies regarding rental subsidies for individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Starting September 30, 2024, these changes affect situations where someone pays rent to a landlord who...
by Emily Taylor | Dec 28, 2024 | Articles, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Guardianship
Recently, I had the pleasure of meeting with a client and her adult son. As we reviewed her estate plan and other critical aspects of her personal planning, our conversation turned to an often-overlooked detail—emergency contacts. While we frequently think about...
by Emily Taylor | Dec 1, 2024 | Articles, Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning
At Emily R. Taylor, Attorney, PLLC, we know that choosing a trustee for a special needs trust is one of the most important—and challenging—decisions you’ll make as part of your estate planning. This choice can feel overwhelming, especially here in Arizona, where the...
