Why do you need a lawyer?
Do you understand what the State has predetermined will happen to your
estate if you die without a valid Will?
Do you understand that unless you adopt your step-children or provide
for them in a valid will that they do not have a right to inherit from
you when you die?
Do you realize that the cost of preparing a simple Will is usually far
less than the cost of administering your estate if you die without a Will?
Who will determine your medical treatment if you are incapacitated?
Who will raise your children if you die before they reach maturity?
Are you aware that common-law marriage may be declared, affecting
distribution of your estate, after you are dead? Do you know what to
do about it?
Do you understand and appreciate the differences between joint tenancy
and tenants in common with respect to the ownership of property and
what happens to the title of that property once one of the owners dies?
Are you aware that without careful estate planning many of your assets
may pass in ways or to people other than you intend?
Do you realize that some types of agreements are not enforceable without
a signed contract?
Do you know how a Living Trust can avoid probate all together?
Do you understand how an S Corporation or LLC can protect your assets?
Have you ever entered a contract without fully understanding or accepting
its terms?
Do you know that child support orders may be modified from time to time
depending upon variations in income and changes to the child support laws?
Do you know that there is a statute of limitations for many types of civil
actions including collecting on debts, suing for damages, collecting
past-due child support, declaring common-law marriage, and enforcing
a Last Will and Testament?
Are you aware that the law allows you to change your name?
Did you know you can petition the court to require your spouse to go
to marriage counseling?
Have you ever wondered if you need a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement?
Do you realize that in certain circumstances your own personal assets
may be seized to satisfy business debts or even the debts incurred by
your business partner?
Do you know how a power of attorney works and understand when one
should be used?
Do you know that probate is not always required and that many estates
under $100,000.00 can be collected and distributed with the help of an
attorney outside of the probate court system?
Do you understand how the careless use of beneficiary contracts and pay
on death accounts can frustrate your estate plan?
Do you understand the differences between guardianship, conservatorship
and adoption? Do you know which is right for you and how to establish it?
For a better understanding of these and other legal issues, call Steve Buhler at
801-964-6901 to discuss your situation, or contact us at
sjblawyer@aol.com.
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