Free On-Demand Webinar
Legacy Writing: Obituaries and Memoirs
Hosted on August 27, 2026
Most people want to leave a record of who they were and what mattered to them. Few know where to start. In this free webinar, writer and ghostwriter Kate Leibfried of Click Clack Writing showed how to write an obituary that captures a life, how to organize a life story before you write a word, and how to decide between writing a memoir yourself and hiring a ghostwriter. Attorney Sarah Sicheneder moderated the conversation and led a Q&A on how legacy writing fits alongside an estate plan.
What you will learn in this webinar
- Why writing your own obituary is a gift to your family, and the three reasons Kate hears most: accuracy, convenience, and flavor
- The seven elements of an obituary: header, summary, early years, later years, special interests, survived by, and memorial details
- How to organize a life story: collect the essential facts, list the milestones, think about what makes you who you are, and freewrite before you cut
- The difference between a memoir and an autobiography, and how to choose a theme
- A simple outlining method: write the hook, a one-paragraph synopsis, and ten chapters
- When to write it yourself, work with a book coach, or hire a ghostwriter, and what ghostwriting typically costs
- How to draw stories out of a reluctant family member, and why trust comes before the first interview
Who this webinar is for
Older adults who want to put their story on paper, adult children caring for a parent, and anyone who has ever thought “someone should write that down.” No writing experience is needed.
Presented by Kate Leibfried, writer, editor, and founder of Click Clack Writing, and moderated by Sarah Sicheneder, Founder and Attorney at Everbright Legacy Law.
Our Practice Areas
Decades of combined Minnesota elder law experience, focused exclusively on serving aging families and individuals with disabilities.
Estate planning involves deciding where and how you will live if you become incapacitated, who will manage your assets if you are unable to do so, and what happens to your assets after your death.
We assist with all aspects of estate administration, ensuring that your loved one’s wishes are honored and that the process is completed efficiently and in compliance with legal requirements.
Trust and estate litigation refers to the legal process that occurs when there are disputes regarding a person’s will, trust, or estate after they have passed away or become incapacitated.
Guardianship and conservatorship are legal tools used to protect individuals who can no longer make decisions for themselves due to age, illness, or disability. We assist families in navigating the court process to appoint a responsible guardian or conservator.
Life Care Planning is a coordinated, team-based service that assists older adults and their families in managing the legal, financial, and healthcare challenges associated with aging.
Long-term care planning involves preparing ahead for possible extended care services.
Special and supplemental needs trusts are essential tools that ensure individuals with disabilities receive the care, support, and financial resources they need.
