It’s graduation time, which means your “baby” is finishing High School and preparing to head out into the real world. If you are a parent of such a graduating senior, did you know that your child is “legally” an adult once he or she turns 18? Did you also know that you can no longer make important medical or financial decisions for your adult child without his or her permission?

Your last will tells the world exactly how you want your assets distributed when you die, as well as expresses your intentions and your goals for your assets after you die. Unless a court declares otherwise, your will dictates your wishes long after you’re gone. Do you have your will in order? 

Undocumented people living in the U.S. are constantly running a risk by continuing to stay. However, with some careful maneuvering, you can take steps to make sure you stay in the U.S. without immediately needing documentation, while also staying out of trouble with the law.