Don’t put off writing your will. You never know what the future may bring. Your family members may not receive the assets you intend them to have, and your children may be raised by their nearest relative, not the guardian you prefer. Instead, face the future more confidently, knowing that you’ve set legal protections for your assets and your family. Writing a will, with the help of our Sammamish, WA wills lawyer, gives you peace of mind. We get to know you and your obligations to develop the right legal protections for you and your family, and explain what is possible under Washington State law. Call Eastside Estate Planning today for a consultation.
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After you pass away, will your family be taken care of and financially secure? Or will there be infighting about who gets what? Your will is a critical part of ensuring that after you pass, your family isn’t left with doubts about your intentions. You can determine who receives what portion of your estate, which relative gets important family heirlooms, and even bequeath a sum to your favorite charity. Without a will, the Washington Estates Code and its inheritance laws determine who receives what, and this may not be the allocation you wish.
Your will can also establish a guardian for your minor children. If your child’s other parent is deceased or otherwise not in the picture, Washington courts will appoint a guardian for your child, who may not be the person you or your child wants.
Our Sammamish wills lawyer explains what a properly executed will should contain, answering all your questions and providing timely, personalized advice to help you create a document that protects your family and makes your wishes clear. We also explain what you can and cannot do with your will, such as disinheriting someone or leaving an unequal amount to your children. With our decades of combined legal experience, our legal team thoroughly understands Washington inheritance laws and drafts strong documents that can withstand a court challenge. And, we even help you with strategies to help avoid probate and reduce your estate tax.
Why Our Legal Experience Matters When Drafting Your Will
Writing a will is more complex than you may think. It must contain certain elements and comply with the Washington Estates Code. Our Sammamish wills lawyer helps you select the right individual to act as the executor of your will (overseeing the administration of your estate), ensure that your will contains the right provisions to withstand a challenge in court, and properly allocates your assets and property according to your wishes.
- With hundreds of 5-star reviews and thousands of happy clients, we’re the best choice for all your will questions and concerns
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- We’re a local firm, led by Robert Franco, a native of Bellevue’s East Side
Do you need help writing or revising your will? We’re ready to help. Call Eastside Estate Planning today for a consultation.