Estate planning questions

Here are some questions you may need to ask yourself as you go through the process of planning for the distribution of your assets and the settlement of your estate:

What are my assets and how much are they worth?

When I die, who should receive these assets and when?

Who will manage my assets if I cannot do so during my lifetime?

Who will handle carrying out my wishes after I die?

Who will take care of my minor children and their property?

Who should I ask to make decisions about my medical care if I am unable to do so?

What legal documents do I need to make sure all of this happens as smoothly as possible?

What type of professional advice do I need?

Sometimes your estate goals may seem to contradict each other. You may want an heir to have certain assets while you retain control over how those assets are used. You may be worried that your decisions will provoke bad feelings or result in lawsuits even though you believe what you’re doing is correct. Those and other reasons explain why many people need the help of an experienced attorney who specializes in wills and trusts to help you sort things out and accomplish as many of your goals as efficiently as possible.

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