Writing your will gives you a large measure of control over who inherits your assets after you pass away. The way you write your will can ensure that your family is protected, and that the right people inherit. Our Bothell, WA wills lawyer can help ensure it does. Whether you’ve never written a will before and need to put your affairs in better order, or you have a will that needs to be revised, we can help you. Call Eastside Estate Planning today for a private legal consultation.
Wills Lawyer Bothell, WA
Your will lists your assets, heirs, and how you want your assets divided after you pass away. It’s a critical part of your estate plan and can help ensure that your family is financially protected and provided for. A will also contains a designation for a guardian; if you and your child’s other parent pass away, the state will appoint a guardian if you haven’t laid out. This person may be your child’s closest kin, but not the person you want raising your child.
Our Bothell wills lawyer can draft a will that designates the appropriate guardianship and properly allocates your assets to your heirs. We have a thorough knowledge of the Washington Estates Code, so we are able to create the legal protections you need.
A will also requires an executor, someone who shepherds your estate through probate and ensures that it’s properly processed. Probate is required to legally transfer assets from a deceased person to their heirs. We can help you understand these duties so you can select the right person to perform this function. Or, if there is no one in your life to take on this role, our lawyers can act as estate administrators on your behalf.
Perhaps you’ve been named the executor of a loved one’s will and aren’t sure about your responsibilities. Our legal team can advise you of your responsibilities and guide you through the process, so your loved one’s estate can be quickly processed. We help ensure that no errors or omissions cause delays or land you in legal trouble. Everyone’s estate must go through probate (with a few narrow exceptions), even without a will. In these situations, we can advise you of your duties if the probate court has appointed you as the estate administrator.
Why Legal Experience Matters When Drafting Your Will
Your will is the cornerstone of a robust estate plan, and it helps ensure that your family is cared for if something happens to you. Make sure it’s done correctly and is solid enough to withstand a wills challenge, with the help of our Bothell wills lawyer.
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Do you need help writing or revising a will? Call Eastside Estate Planning today for a consultation.