An estate planning attorney can be an invaluable asset when you need help with your final wishes. Their knowledge of your assets, financial situation and family relationships will ensure that you receive your assets in the way you want them when you die.
Choosing an estate planning attorney is a very personal decision. You should choose one who is compatible with your goals and personality. You should also select a lawyer who is up to date with the latest laws in your state. This way, your plan will be valid in court.
A skilled and experienced estate planning attorney will understand your goals, needs and objectives. They will then develop a comprehensive estate plan that will address those goals and objectives. Your estate plan should include a last will and testament, living trust, healthcare power of attorney, durable power of attorney for finances, beneficiary designations, guardianship designations and an Advanced Health Care Directive (AHCD).
If you do not have a last will and testament or trust and wish to avoid probate, an experienced estate planning attorney can draft a revocable living trust that you can use to transfer assets and minimize estate taxes. The revocable living trust can be established in your name only, or it can be established jointly with another person.
Your Property Will Be Distributed To The People You Recommend For The Most Benefit When You Die
An estate plan helps you ensure that your property is distributed to the individuals or entities you desire for the most benefit when you die. It can also prevent creditors from pursuing your beneficiaries after you die, so you can enjoy peace of mind and the assurance that your loved ones will be taken care of properly.
The estate planning attorneys at Davis & Associates can help you determine which legal structures will best protect your estate and efficiently transfer assets to your loved ones when you die. We offer a full suite of estate planning services, including drafting wills, revocable living trusts, powers of attorney, and medical directives.
Asset Protection & Tax-Efficient Distribution
Many of our clients have concerns about their potential exposure to gift, estate and inheritance taxes. As such, we counsel our clients with up-to-date advice on effective estate planning techniques that can be used to reduce their exposure to these taxes while preserving their wealth for future generations.
In addition to estate planning, our attorneys assist executors and administrators with the administration of their client’s estates. They advise them on the proper procedures for administering their clients’ wills and trusts, as well as the preparation of estate tax returns and other related matters.
Your Family’s Needs Are The Most Important Part Of An estate plan
If you have young children or other loved ones with special needs, a thorough and appropriate estate plan is critical to making sure your wishes are carried out. A good estate planning attorney will take the time to discuss these specific needs with you and formulate a strategy for the most beneficial outcome for you and your family.