A will is not a requirement. If you die without a will, the state will distribute your assets according to laws regarding inheritances. Most people prefer to determine how their assets will be distributed after death, rather than leaving it to the state to determine. Davis Law Firm in San Antonio and other south Texas law office locations offers no-nonsense legal counsel and assistance for people seeking estate planning documents including:
- Wills: Make your own decisions about how your assets will be distributed after your death.
- Trusts: Keep asset transfers out of probate court. Provide for an adult disabled child or a favorite charity.
- Powers of attorney: Appoint a personal representative who would handle your affairs in the event that you were incapacitated.
- Health care directives: Let it be known what type of life support you would agree to or would prefer not to allow.
Estate Planning Lawyers in South Texas Can Help Prevent Future Disputes Over Property — San Antonio & Bexar County
Almost no one likes to contemplate his or her own mortality. We always tend to think that death is far in the future, although we see obituaries in the newspaper every week. If you are one of those people who has postponed making a will, Davis Law Firm extends an invitation to discuss your needs and desires with regard to estate planning. We can help you determine what types of documents will best protect your assets and ensure that your wishes are respected when you are no longer able to speak for yourself.
For a couple approaching marriage, what belongs in a prenuptial agreement and what belongs in a will? Both documents can prevent future trouble with regard to distribution of assets: the prenup in the event of divorce and a will at the time of death. Consult with a lawyer for specific counsel and assistance crafting and formalizing estate planning documents that will serve your needs. Our wills and estates attorneys can advise you.
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