Wills

A Will controls how certain assets in your estate are distributed and makes sure that you, not a judge, will determine who will administer your estate. If you do not have a Will your assets will be distributed as required by the law in your State. This often means that your spouse may not receive all of your assets or, in the case of a second marriage, your children may receive much less than you would otherwise desire!

If both parents of a child are deceased, it is usually the case, with minor exceptions, that a minor child (under 18 years of age) may not hold title to property or make personal decisions regarding their care. In your will, you need to name a guardian who will be the person or persons that will care for your child in the event of your death. Usually, the guardian is also the person who manages your children's assets. However this does not have to be the case. The management of a minor's assets may be accomplished under the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act or a trust.

Some other assets, loke joint property and life insurance, can be speedily distributed without a will. We can assist you in making sure these assets are managed properly as well.