Executing a Last Will and Testament now, while you are mentally healthy enough to do so, will help to minimize your grieving loved-ones’ exposure to unnecessary stress, confusion, and expense.  Regardless of your age or income, a Last Will and Testament is, at a minimum, a tool you should consider.  Through a Last Will and Testament, you can direct who you want to have the authority to distribute your asset on your behalf after death as well direct that person to whom your assets should be distributed.  If applicable, you can also name the person who you want to become the guardian of your minor children.

In addition to drafting your Last Will and Testament, our attorneys can help you explore various types of Trust documents that may serve as an appropriate vehicle to transfer certain assets to living beneficiaries without the time-delay caused by the probate process.

Lastly, if you become ill or injured and can no longer make decisions for yourself, it may be important that you have documented your wishes to be carried out by others.  Our attorneys can help you to prepare a durable power of attorney and an advanced medical directives to ensure your wishes regarding your health care and/or finances are known in the event you become incapacitated.