About this podcast
Attorney Jones is here to talk about how best to protect your family, assets, and wealth. Pulling stories from his more than 20 years of helping families and business owners protect their assets, create their estate plans, preserve their wealth, and plan for the future.
Nobody wants to think about estate planning, but life has a way of sneaking up on you and at any moment something unexpected could happen that will leave you regretting not having acted sooner.
So join Attorney James A. Jones in The Jones Legacy Law Podcast and together, learn how to plan for your future today and have peace of mind tomorrow.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 67 episodes
- You Created a Trust… Now What? Why ‘Funding’ Matters More Than You Think · 17 min · Episode 66You created a trust… but did you actually protect your family? Most people assume once the paperwork is signed, they’re covered. But what if your trust is just an expensive…
- Why a Revocable Living Trust Might Be the Smartest Estate Move You Make · 15 min · Episode 65What if the legal document you thought would protect your family… actually didn’t? Most people assume a will is enough. But what they don’t realize is that it can lead to court…
- Probate 101 in Washington State: A Step-by-Step Guide · 21 min · Episode 64What actually happens when someone dies and you’re the one left to figure it all out? It’s not just grief—it’s paperwork, court deadlines, creditors, and decisions you didn’t ask…
- The Silent Threat to Your Legacy: What Happens If Your Beneficiary Dies Before You? · 15 min · Episode 63You named your beneficiaries… but what if one of them dies before you do? Most people never ask that question, and their families pay the price. One missing name. One outdated…
- Don’t Wait — 10 Reasons to Tackle Your Estate Plan Now · 17 min · Episode 62What happens when someone dies... and nothing is in place? No will. No instructions. Just grief, frozen bank accounts, and a family on the verge of collapse. I’ve seen it too…
- Incapacity Planning: Preparing for the Unexpected in Washington · 18 min · Episode 61What happens when your mind is sharp one day, and gone the next? Who steps in? Who decides what happens to your money, your care, your legacy? Most people wait until it’s too…
- Pets and Estate Planning: Securing Your Furry Friends’ Future · 16 min · Episode 60What happens to your pets if you die tomorrow? Would they be loved—or left behind? Most people assume their family will “figure it out.” But assumptions don’t protect your pets…
- Blended Families and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know · 17 min · Episode 59What happens when your spouse dies and the house you’ve lived in for 20 years suddenly isn’t yours? What if your children are left with nothing because they weren’t legally…
- Taxes and Estate Planning: What You Need to Know · 17 min · Episode 58What if the home you’ve worked your whole life for is hit with a tax bill you never saw coming? In Washington, estate taxes can surprise even the most prepared families. With the…
- Avoiding Probate: Strategies That Work · 19 min · Episode 57What if the biggest gift you leave your family isn’t money, but the freedom from a legal mess after you’re gone? Most people don’t realize that one missing form, one skipped…
- Protecting Your Kids: Guardianships and Trusts · 16 min · Episode 56What happens if the person you trust most with your kids ends up draining their college fund? What silent cracks are hiding in your “just in case” plan? In this episode, I expose…
- How to Create a Simple and Effective Estate Plan: A Step-by-Step Guide · 19 min · Episode 55Ever wondered why estate planning feels like a luxury for the ultra‑wealthy? What if I told you it’s actually the simplest way to protect your family’s future—no legal maze, no…
- Myths and Mistakes in Estate Planning · 16 min · Episode 54Ever wondered if you're too young for estate planning? In this episode, I debunk the myths that make us procrastinate and reveal how overlooking simple legal details can shatter…
- Talking to Your Family and Friends About Estate Planning · 20 min · Episode 53Are you ready to challenge the awkwardness of life's toughest conversations? Ever wondered if talking about your legacy could actually be an act of love? In my latest piece, I…
- Wills vs. Trusts: Which One Do You Really Need? · 18 min · Episode 52Have you ever wondered if your will is enough to protect your legacy? In this episode, I reveal real-life stories that show why a trust might be your secret weapon. Discover how…
- Unlocking the Secrets of Wills and Trusts: What You Need to Know · 17 min · Episode 51Are your assets really safe? Imagine the legacy you’ve built being caught in a courtroom maze. In this episode, I reveal how a simple will can spiral into costly disputes—and why…
- What Happens if I Die Without a Will in Washington State? · 19 min · Episode 50What happens when the future you assume is secure is suddenly thrown into chaos? In my latest episode, I explore Maria and Tim’s raw story—one where an unwritten will led to a…
- Avoiding Guardianship: What You Need to Know to Protect Yourself · 28 min · Episode 49In this episode of The Legacy Talk Podcast, we dive into the crucial topic of avoiding guardianship. Discover practical steps to protect yourself and your loved ones, including…
- Understanding Trusts: Control Your Estate and Avoid Probate · 25 min · Episode 48Discover the power of trusts in this episode of The Legacy Talk Podcast. Learn how trusts can help you control your estate, avoid probate, and ensure your assets are distributed…
- Cultivating Financial Wisdom: Responsible Saving and Investing · 31 min · Episode 47In this episode of The Legacy Talk Podcast, we dive into Commandment Two: Cultivating Financial Wisdom. Join us as we discuss responsible saving and investing strategies with…
