Blog Articles

Book An Initial Call Now

Trustee of Late Singer Tony Bennett's Estate Sued

August 22, 2024
Tony Bennett's daughters are suing the trustee of his estate, highlighting the importance of clear estate planning to avoid family disputes.
Read More

Options for an Inherited IRA

August 20, 2024
Inheriting an IRA can significantly impact your financial future. Understand the ramifications of an inherited retirement to maximize benefits and minimize tax liabilities.
Read More

Can You Protect Property and Qualify for Long-Term Care with

August 19, 2024
A person requiring long-term care in a nursing home will often require Medicaid benefits to pay for that care as nursing homes costs can average anywhere from $10,000 to $15,000 monthly.
Read More

How to Financially Manage Family Caregiver Relationships with

August 18, 2024
Learn the steps to create financial agreements for family members with caregiving responsibilities for elderly loved ones to prevent misunderstandings and ensure fair contributions from all involved.
Read More

Is Your Student Off to College? Make Sure These Legal Documents

August 13, 2024
Ensure your college-bound child's safety and peace of mind with essential legal documents for college students. HIPAA waivers, powers of attorney, and other documents are indispensable.
Read More

Why Consider Long-Term Care Insurance?

August 12, 2024
Long-term care insurance helps cover costs of in-home care, assisted living and nursing homes. This protects your savings and secures your quality of life in your final years.
Read More

Estate Planning for Non-Married Couples: Securing the Estate

August 11, 2024
Politicians often don’t write the law with unmarried couples in mind. Cohabitating couples need a will and cohabitation agreement to protect each other if the worst happens.
Read More

What If You Don’t Have Anyone to Be Your Executor?

August 10, 2024
There are options for people who don’t have family—or don’t want their family—to handle their affairs.
Read More

Smart Estate Planning In 13 Steps

August 9, 2024
Consider these 13 estate-planning moves, which may be as simple as designating a different IRA beneficiary or as complex as setting up a trust.
Read More

What’s the Best Way to Simplify an Estate?

August 7, 2024
Have a clear road map for your estate so your heirs don't drown in paperwork and probate after your death.
Read More
Let Us Help You Through This

Reach Out Now

What Sets Us Apart
We understand this process can be difficult. We ease you through it with your best interest in mind.

Legal problems are extremely stressful, especially when your family, your health, or your freedom are at stake. At this point in time, you may not even be sure what kinds of questions you need to ask a lawyer, but that’s entirely normal. Whether your situation involves family law, estate planning, elder law, a criminal charge, or a personal injury, we will start by giving you all the information you need.

The way we see it, you deserve to get this information directly from an expert. That’s why we make it easy for you to get in touch with your lawyer, and we never ask you to sit down with a paralegal or assistant instead.

As our relationship continues, we will keep you updated about the status of your case every step of the way. Your lawyer will reach out regularly to tell you about any new developments, and he will also be happy to answer any questions you have throughout the process.

Join Our eNewsletter

Stay informed and updated by subscribing to our eNewsletter!
Subscribe Now!
Law Offices of Claude S. Smith, III

805 Bigley Avenue
Charleston, WV 25302

Get Directions
Integrity Marketing Solutions - Estate Planning Marketing
Powered by