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Wills and Estates

Will DraftingContinos Law

Will Drafting

Will Drafting: Planning for the Future
A will is a legal document that expresses a person's wishes regarding the distribution of their property after their death. It is a crucial tool for ensuring that your assets are passed on according to your desires.
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Key components of a will:
- Executor: This is the person responsible for carrying out the terms of the will.
- Beneficiaries: These are the individuals or organizations who will inherit your property.
- Bequests: These are the specific gifts or assets that you leave to your beneficiaries.
- Guardian: If you have minor children, you can appoint a guardian to care for them.
Types of wills:
- Simple will: This is a basic document that outlines your beneficiaries and bequests.
- Complex will: This type of will may include more detailed provisions, such as trusts or specific instructions for handling assets.
- Revocable will: This will can be changed or revoked at any time during your lifetime.
- Irrevocable will: This will cannot be changed after it is executed.

Estate PlanningContinos Law

Estate Planning

Estate Planning: Ensuring Your Legacy
Estate planning is the process of arranging your affairs to ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your death. It involves creating a comprehensive plan that addresses various legal and financial matters.
Key components of estate planning:
- Will: A will is a legal document that outlines your wishes regarding the distribution of your property.
- Trusts: Trusts can be used to manage your assets and protect your beneficiaries.
- Powers of attorney: These documents authorize someone to act on your behalf if you become incapacitated.
- Living wills: These documents express your wishes regarding medical treatment in case of terminal illness.

Power of AttorneyContinos Law

Power of Attorney

Power of Attorney: Granting Authority to Another
A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that authorizes someone else to act on your behalf. It can be a valuable tool for managing your affairs if you become incapacitated or are unable to handle certain tasks.
Types of powers of attorney:
- General power of attorney: This grants broad authority to the agent to handle most financial and legal matters.
- Durable power of attorney: This type of POA remains in effect even if you become incapacitated.
- Specific power of attorney: This grants limited authority to the agent for specific tasks, such as managing your finances or making medical decisions.

• Probate and Estate AdministrationContinos Law

• Probate and Estate Administration

Probate and Estate Administration: Settling an Estate
Probate is the legal process of proving the validity of a will and distributing the deceased person's assets. Estate administration is the overall process of settling an estate, which includes probate and other tasks.
Key steps involved in probate and estate administration:
1. Probate:
  - Filing the will: The executor files the will with the probate court.
  - Appointment of executor: The court appoints the executor to administer the estate.
  - Notice to beneficiaries: The executor notifies the beneficiaries of the deceased's death and the probate proceedings.
2. Asset inventory: The executor creates an inventory of all the deceased person's assets and debts.
3. Debt payment: The executor pays the deceased's outstanding debts.
4. Asset distribution: The executor distributes the remaining assets to the beneficiaries according to the terms of the will.
5. Closing the estate: Once all assets have been distributed and debts have been paid, the executor files a final report with the court and the estate is closed.

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