
A Guide to Avoiding Probate Litigation
There are many types of probate litigation, including guardianship and conservatorship disputes, will contests, conflicts over family real estate, and true intentions of gifts. The…
Estate Planning Services in the Liberty Lake, WA and Spokane County Area
Nobody wants to think about estate planning for one simple reason: it is a plan for what happens when you die or become incapacitated. But think about this—do you want to leave your family guessing about your final wishes or what kind of medical care you want should you become disabled? Do you want your assets going to the wrong people? Do you want to pay unnecessary taxes? Most of all, do you really want the courts to decide how and to whom your assets will be distributed?
Let’s assume you do not want any of these things to happen. They are the very reasons why an estate plan is so important. Even if your estate is modest, you still owe it to yourself and those you care about to make sure you have a plan in place. It means you have organized your documents, acted to reduce conflict, stress, and uncertainty, and helped provide for your loved ones’ future. In short, creating an estate plan is an act of love for the people you care about.
Just as you would not have an orthopedic surgeon perform a heart procedure, there are good reasons why you should work with an attorney with skill and deep knowledge of estate planning in Washington. Laws change and it is imperative that your attorney has a focus on estate planning and related areas to keep up with both federal and state developments that may have a significant impact on your estate plan. This is especially important in regard to estate taxes. An experienced estate planning attorney can help;
An estate plan is comprised of legal documents that spell out instructions for your medical treatment should you become incapacitated, determines how and to whom you wish your assets to go, and ensures privacy. An estate plan generally includes:
To learn more about how we can help you, please call us at (509) 994-1599 or contact us online using our messaging feature below to set up a time to discuss your needs and options. We serve clients throughout Spokane County and surrounding areas.
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