Wills

Wills are essential parts of estate planning. While you may not want to think about the day when a will is needed, these pertinent legal documents can bring peace of mind and a sense of order to an estate. If you’re interested in wills and estate planning, you’ve come to the right place.

Who Needs A Will?

The short answer to this question is: everyone! There’s a common misconception that wills are only useful for the richest among us. This simply isn’t the case, however. Anyone who has assets (of any value whatsoever) and a desire for them to be passed down to a loved one after their death needs a will. We never know when the day will come when our wills will be necessary, so it’s best to be prepared.

What Are the Benefits of A Will?

There’s no doubt that wills give the drafter great peace of mind. After all, a will dictates that your wishes will be honored after your passing. In a sense, it gives one some sense of control even after death. The real benefits of a will and estate planning, however, are endowed to the living. Spouses, children, and family members can avoid disputes and lengthy court proceedings when an official will is in place.

What Happens if You Don’t Have a Will?

When people die without a will in place, it is left up to the courts to divide their assets amongst their survivors. This process of divvying up the estate, called probate, is often lengthy and arduous. It’s also completely impersonal, as the courts are unaware and unconcerned about the departed person’s last wishes. Needless to say, it’s not often that families are completely satisfied with the court’s decisions regarding their loved one’s estate.

Why Use An Estate Planning Attorney?

Fortunately, wills aren’t things that most people have to deal with very often. For estate planning attorneys, though, wills and trusts are an everyday part of life. When you partner with a professional wills and estates lawyer like those at Ensberg Law Group, you’ll benefit from our years of experience drafting wills that stand up in court.

Experienced estate planning lawyers can also make the process of creating a will quick and painless. We’ll meet with you to discuss your wishes and then draft an official document, many times on the very same day. It’s a small investment in exchange for peace of mind that will last a lifetime.