Estate Planning for Authors

By Gin Jones

Estate Planning for Authors - Gin Jones
  • Release Date: 2013-07-05
  • Genre: Law

Description

Have you ever thought about what will happen to your stories after you're gone? Do you know what you want to happen with your literary works after you're gone? Do you have any ideas about who could manage them for you and your heirs? And if so, what documents are necessary to make sure your wishes are carried out?

This book will give you the basic information necessary to answer those questions, including:
•How probate works
•The pros and cons of avoiding probate
•Who might have a claim on your assets
•Managing copyrights after death
•Literary representatives
•Death and taxes
•How to get the most out of a legal consultation
This book is intended for educational purposes, to help you prepare for a consultation with a qualified professional in your jurisdiction, and is not intended as individual legal advice.