Make Your Wishes Known With Our Smithfield, RI Wills Lawyer
If you’ve been putting off writing a will, if you think that you don’t have enough assets to make a difference, or if you wrote a will a long time ago and haven’t updated it after your circumstances have changed (marriage, divorce, etc.), you may be leaving a lot of things to chance with your estate and other wishes. As your Smithfield, RI wills lawyer, we can answer your questions about writing a will, offer guidance for estate planning, and adjust your existing will to better reflect your intentions. We know that you have certain preferences for the dispersion of your assets, and you have obligations to the people you love. The legal team at McCarthy Law, LLC can create a strong will, according to the current Rhode Island estates code. We ensure that your will can withstand a dispute and that your wishes are made clear. Call us today to face the future confidently, knowing your loved ones and your estate are protected.
Creating A Personalized Estate Plan For You
After you pass away, your property may not automatically pass to your heirs. Your children, spouse, or siblings can’t just divide up what they want. If you have a will, you can determine who gets what share of your estate (the sum of all your property and assets) and specify if you have a certain individual you’d like to have a specific item, like a family heirloom. Absent a will, your property is divided according to Rhode Island inheritance laws. And, while all estates, both those with a will and those without, must go through probate, savvy estate planning can reduce the time and expense of probate and may help lower estate taxes, leaving more money for your heirs.
Your will is a guide for your family, so they understand your wishes after you pass away and aren’t unduly burdened by trying to figure everything out themselves after you pass away. A will can also designate a guardian for your minor children, someone you trust to raise them according to your values. Without a will, guardianship of your child goes to their next living relative, who may not be the person you’d prefer to raise your child. You can even include your burial and funeral preferences in your will.
Wills Attorneys You Can Rely On
If you are unsure what to say in your will or what to include, don’t worry. Our Smithfield wills lawyer can walk you through the entire process. First, we get to know you, your financial situation, and your obligations so we know what to include. We then explain each step and each clause, so you have the information you need to make informed decisions about your estate and family. We can also help you if you have a unique or unusual situation and need specialized assistance.
You can protect your heirs by providing them with the information they need to quickly process your estate after you pass away and avoid disputes over your property with a well-crafted will. At McCarthy Law, LLC, we ensure that your wishes are clearly stated and that your will covers all your obligations and wishes. Call us today to learn more.