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Heckerling Conference 2025: Exploring a Purpose-Driven Future

The HeirSearch team started 2025 by attending the 59th Annual Heckerling Institute on Estate Planning. Held once again in Orlando, Florida, from January 13th to 17th, the Heckerling Conference is widely regarded as the premier annual event for estate planning professionals. Our team had the opportunity to engage with leading experts and deepen our knowledge […]

Navigating Change: 2024 in Review

As 2024 comes to a close, many of you may be looking back on your year. It’s an ideal time to reflect on our careers,...

How Genetic Material is Changing Consanguinity

The rapidly advancing field of reproductive technology presents trust and estate professionals with uncharted territo...

Estate & Gift Planning Awareness Month: Long-Term Care Considerations

Estate planning is about more than ensuring your clients’ assets are distributed according to their wishes. It’s abou...

Guiding Your Clients With Heirs’ Property

Heirs’ property presents a unique and complex challenge for trust and estate professionals, particularly when d...

Holographic Wills: Lessons from Aretha Franklin’s Estate

In estate planning, trust and estate professionals are responsible for establishing and following legal documentation...

Wrongful Death Heir Searches: Why You Should Use a Professional Search Firm

HeirSearch can assist legal professionals with wrongful death heir searches, which involve locating family members wh...