About John Devendorf, Esq.
John Devendorf is a graduate of UCLA and holds a J.D. from Seton Hall University School of Law, where he was a Distinguished Scholar, recipient of the ALI-ABA Scholarship and Leadership Award, and a participant in the Immigrant Workers’ Rights Clinic and special delegation to Haiti.
A licensed attorney for more than a decade, John transitioned to a career as a legal content writer and editor after an externship with the IRS, a judicial clerkship, and practicing at a civil litigation firm in Princeton, New Jersey. John now lives in Portland, Oregon, where he enjoys writing, international travel, and escape rooms.
Articles written by John Devendorf, Esq.
Estate Plan Cost: Pricing Strategies and What To Expect
An estate plan provides for your wishes after you die and can also address what happens if you become incapacitated. Making an estate plan can take the burden off your family and loved ones while saving them time and money in the long run. An estate plan should address your individual needs. This article provides information about the costs of an estate plan and your legal estate planning options. For more information about what to expect with an estate plan, talk to a local estate …
Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts: Key Differences To Know
A trust is an important part of a comprehensive estate plan. The most common types of trusts are revocable and irrevocable trusts. A revocable trust can be changed at any time during the grantor's lifetime. By contrast, once an irrevocable trust is established, the grantor cannot make changes. There are key benefits and drawbacks for each type of trust. Understanding the key differences can help you choose the best trust for your estate plan. For legal advice about finding the right type …
Original Will Storage: Where To Safely Keep Legal Documents
To safely store your will and estate planning legal documents, you must enlist a bank safety deposit box, filed with your estate planning attorney in a law office vault, court registry with the county clerk, or in a fireproof safe. You should file your documents physically and securely to ensure their integrity. The named executor and probate court will need the original document to carry out the decedent's final instructions, and not all states recognize digital backups. Without the original …
Estate Planning for Singles: Why and How To Start
An estate plan is a way for you to decide what happens to your property after death. Even for single people without a partner or children, a comprehensive estate plan can provide for friends or charities. You can also determine who will make medical and financial decisions on your behalf if you are unable. Without an estate plan, the state decides who gets your property. A basic estate plan is simple and inexpensive. Single people should also revisit their estate plan regularly or after …
DIY Online Wills vs. Estate Planning Attorneys: How To Choose
When you search online for information about making a will, you see ads and offers for do-it-yourself templates. Websites suggest that you can create a simple will quickly and cheaply. But before buying in, make sure you understand the limits and risks of using online services to make a legal document. You may find that you need a qualified estate planning attorney to review your will and ensure everything is legally valid. Estate laws vary by state, and a one-size-fits-all template may not be …
Social Casino App Losses: How To Recover Money From Unregulated Apps
Playing online slot machines or poker can offer a fun diversion. In some states, players can even use online casinos to make real money. However, real-money online casinos are highly restricted. This leaves some players turning to unregulated online casinos in search of a chance to win extra cash. Using unregulated casino apps can be risky when you fund the account with your financial and personal information. Some online scams will take your deposit and give you no way to get your money back. …
Sportsbook Data Breach: Steps To Protect Financial Information
Sportsbook betting sites allow users to place real-money wagers on sporting events and player performance. Online gambling sites like DraftKings and FanDuel use your financial data to fund accounts and make wagers. When users sign up, they must provide sensitive information, including their name, date of birth, and Social Security information. A data breach could expose users' personal information to cybercriminals. Users should take additional security precautions to protect their personal …
Sportsbook Bet Cancellation: Breach of Contract Legal Remedies
When you sign up for an online sportsbook account, you must agree to the terms and conditions. This agreement is a contract between you and the sportsbook company, along with your rights and obligations. The agreements favor the sportsbook, but you still have contractual rights if they don't fulfill their obligations. Sportsbook contracts give the companies many ways to cancel a bet or wager. However, if they cancel a wager or deny your payout in violation of the agreement, you may have a …
Sportsbook Self-Exclusion: Legal Options After Failed Requests
Sportsbook self-exclusion is a way for problem gamblers to remove themselves from the temptation of online sports betting. Major sportsbook platforms offer self-exclusion programs that let users voluntarily ban themselves from online gambling. Unfortunately, some sportsbooks fail to follow self-exclusion requests, allowing bettors to continue wagering and lose more money. Sportsbook self-exclusion failures can involve technology errors or the betting apps simply ignoring users' …
DraftKings Addiction Lawsuit 2026: Steps To Qualify for a Claim
Sports betting platforms like DraftKings and FanDuel make it easy for users to wager on their favorite sporting events. Easy access to sportsbook betting can pose a risk for people who have a gambling addiction, leading to financial losses, emotional distress, and relationship harm. Some victims of sports betting gambling addiction have joined class action lawsuits against the gaming apps to hold them responsible for taking advantage of problem bettors. If you suffered harm related to gambling …
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