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Life Insurance and Estate Planning: Protecting Your Beneficiaries’ Interests

Treating Children Fairly Does Not Necessarily Mean Equally
Parents generally try to treat all their children fairly. We often assume that fairness means leaving an equal inheritance to each child. However, “fair” does not always mean “equal.” A

Home for the Holidays
Hey everyone, it’s Riley, and welcome back to the blog! I can’t believe it is already Christmas season aka the best season. I don’t think I’ll ever be able to

Right of Occupancy Trust: A Trust to Protect Your Home and Your Loved Ones
Estate planning is about protecting you and your loved ones. Sometimes this can be a difficult endeavor when there is a loved one who may require additional support at your

Estate Planning Nightmare: When Buddy the Elf Comes Out of the Workshop
As an estate planning attorney in Nevada, I have one recurring holiday fear: not sugar-fueled elves… but unknown heirs. Case in point: Buddy the Elf. You think you’ve got a

Northern Nevada Native: Yes, I Went to Boyd…No, I Don’t Cheer for the Rebels
I’m a proud Northern Nevada native—born at elevation, raised on Basque food, and hardwired to howl for the Nevada Wolf Pack. And yes, I said Nevada, not “UNR.” We were

Nevada’s SB 404: What Changed on October 1, 2025—and What It Means for Probate and Trust Planning
Effective October 1, 2025, Senate Bill 404 (83rd Legislature) updated several core provisions of Nevada’s probate and trust statutes. The legislation modernizes thresholds, clarifies fiduciary rules, and refines trustee powers—streamlining
Meet The Author | Emily Mansoor
Born and raised in Northern Nevada, Emily Mansoor focuses her practice on estate planning, real estate transactions, corporate governance, and commercial contracts.
Whether she and her team are supporting individual clients with estate planning during their next chapter of life, assisting emerging startups navigate the maze of business formation and commercial contracts, or supporting established corporate firms with governance, Emily brings unwavering commitment and genuine care to her clients.
Passionate about her community, Emily volunteers her time and effort to local organizations and businesses—including working with local nonprofits, coaching high school mock trial, and supporting the local Alzheimer’s Awareness organizations.
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