Nobody wants to think about a future where they can’t speak for themselves. That’s understandable. But waiting until a health crisis forces the conversation is one of the most common and costly mistakes older adults make when it comes to legal planning. A healthcare directive changes that. It gives you a voice in your own […]
Let’s be clear about something. When a court appoints a guardian over another adult, it’s not a minor administrative step. It’s a formal legal determination that someone can no longer make safe, informed decisions for themselves. That’s a big deal. And with that determination comes a real transfer of authority that affects the person being […]
YWCA Helena has named attorney Katie Verderber of Silverman Law Office as the 2026 Woman of the Year, recognizing her leadership, resilience, and commitment to her community. The honor was announced April 15 at the YWCA’s “Empowered” event at The Myrna Loy in Helena. The award recognizes women who demonstrate a commitment to the Greater […]
If you’ve recently learned that a loved one owned mineral rights in Montana or North Dakota, you may be surprised to find that you can’t access royalties right away. In many cases, energy companies will place accounts on hold until a legal process called probate is completed. For families already dealing with a loss, this […]
Ivy Newman Fredrickson, an attorney with Silverman Law Office, has been named the 2026 Volunteer of the Year by the Butte Local Development Corporation (BLDC), recognizing her long-standing leadership and service to the Butte community. The award was presented on April 16 at the BLDC Annual Awards Dinner at Fairmont Hot Springs Resort, where community […]
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