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Catherine Hodder, Esq., is a former Florida estate planning and business planning attorney turned author. She enjoys working with people who would rather be doing anything else than estate planning.
She now resides in California, writing legal and financial articles published by Next Avenue, Scary Mommy, Money Fit Moms, and the Caregiving Space. Currently, Catherine uses her background in banking, business formations, and estate planning as a Senior Attorney Writer for FindLaw.
She wrote "Estate Planning for the Sandwich Generation: How to Help Your Parents and Protect Your Kids," which debuted as a #1 Amazon bestseller.
The Instagram post of Travis Kelce’s engagement to Taylor Swift has taken over the Internet. Even though Swift sings in one of her songs, “I like shiny things, but I’d marry you with paper rings,” Travis presented her with a $650,000 diamond ring. When high-profile couples marry, each with…
If you want to help your ex-spouse with their medical decisions, it can be challenging. After a divorce, legal rights change, and an ex-spouse may no longer have the authority to make healthcare decisions unless designated by a medical power of attorney. There are situations where couples, although divorced, help…
Hulk Hogan's family may have to wrestle over his $25 million estate. He leaves behind a new wife, estranged daughter, and other family members that could result in a family feud. Terry Gene Bollea began his professional wrestling career in the 1980s under the name “Hulk Hogan.” He first…
In Mahmoud v. Taylor (2025), the U.S. Supreme Court held that a Maryland school board education policy preventing opt-outs for LGBTQ+ inclusive curriculum was an unconstitutional burden on parents’ rights to free exercise of religion. Background of the Case The Montgomery County Board of Education…
The ABA sued in federal court to enjoin enforcement of Trump’s Executive Orders punishing prominent law firms that oppose Trump and his policies. In the ongoing saga of President Trump’s attacks on major law firms that he dislikes, the American Bar Association (ABA) has entered the fray. On June 16,…
The Trump administration attempted to prevent Harvard University from hosting international students by revoking its Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification. Harvard, challenged this action in court, arguing it violated constitutional rights such as due process and freedom of speech, and breached the Administrative Procedure Act. A federal judge temporarily…
Kim Kardashian is pursuing an alternative path to becoming a lawyer in California through the Law Office Study program, bypassing traditional law school. In California, aspiring lawyers can complete a four-year legal apprenticeship under a practicing attorney or judge in preparation to sit for the bar.
Organ donation is a legally binding decision if the potential donor is 18 years or older and has registered as a donor through an advanced medical directive, donor registry, or organ donor card. However, recent Arkansas legislation now allows family members to amend or revoke an…
Sarah Palin’s defamation challenge against the New York Times failed again as a federal jury found the newspaper not liable for defamation. This is the second time a lawsuit against the newspaper has failed. The First Trial Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin filed a defamation suit against the New York…
FindLaw explains how to create a nonprofit in Tennessee, covering naming, board setup, incorporation, and tax-exempt status. Learn the steps to start your nonprofit today.