Estate Planning
Whether it is simple and straight forward, or more complex, everyone needs an estate plan. Here are six important reasons why:

Protecting Beneficiaries - It is very important to create an estate plan that protects beneficiaries who are minors and adult beneficiaries from making poor financial decisions or being negatively influenced by others.

Choosing Guardians - If both parents of a child die without a will, the court will appoint a guardian. This may or may not be the person that the parent(s) would have chosen. A will gives the parent(s) the opportunity to consider the child/children's best interest and choose a guardian.

Reduce Estate Taxes - Through basic estate planning, married couples can significantly reduce the estate tax burden that is placed on their beneficiaries.

Create a Trust - Make sure assets are available on a later date for beneficiaries at the time of distribution.

Avoid Probate - If a person dies without a will, the court will appoint a representative to distribute the property based on hereditary succession pursuant to state law. Probate generally lasts several months and incurs substantial court and attorney costs.

Peace of Mind - Once your estate plan is completed, you will have the benefit of knowing that you have taken those important steps to protect yourself, your beneficiaries and your assets.

It is our goal to become "Your Law Partner." If you feel you can benefit from our services, contact us today.

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