Life's Third Act

Welcome to Life’s Third Act, hosted by attorney and CPA Joe Cordell. We explore the fascinating lessons learned from celebrity estates, uncovering insights into estate planning, wealth management, and family dynamics. Through the triumphs and pitfalls of

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Anna Nicole Smith’s Estate: Tragedy, Probate, and Family Battle – PT1 – EP. 213 – Life’s Third Act

Posted March 11, 202600:28:20

In this episode of Life’s Third Act, John Sauter breaks down the life, death, and legal aftermath of Anna Nicole Smith. From her marriage to Texas...

Five More of the Strangest Wills – EP. 212 – Life’s Third Act

Posted March 4, 202600:31:10

In this episode of Life’s Third Act, Cordell & Cordell Senior Estate Planning Attorney John Sauter takes a look at five more unusual and fascinating...

Steve Irwin’s Estate Plan: The Lesson Behind the Legend – Pt.2 – EP. 211 – Life’s Third Act

Posted February 25, 202600:19:37

In Part 2 of our discussion on Steve Irwin, we focus on what happened to his estate and conservation mission after his sudden death at age 44. When...

Steve Irwin’s Estate Plan: The Lesson Behind the Legend – Pt.1 – EP. 210 – Life’s Third Act

Posted February 18, 202600:19:51

What really happened with Steve Irwin’s estate planning? The internet often suggests his plan fell short, but the full story is more nuanced. In Part...

Healthcare Power of Attorney Explained – EP. 209 – Life’s Third Act

Posted February 11, 202600:30:18

In this solo episode of Life’s Third Act, senior estate planning attorney John Sauter breaks down the essentials of a Healthcare Power of Attorney...