Everyone should plan for the future, and that planning should extend beyond RRSP's and investments. If you do not have a legal will, your estate will be distributed according to a set of predetermined rules that do not recognize your unique circumstances. In addition, there will be major expense involved in administering your estate that will eat away at your legacy. By helping you create your will, we can help you ensure that the people you want to take care of and the gifts you would like to leave behind are respected and properly managed.
Making a Will is important, especially if you have minor children. By making a Will you make important decisions about who will take care of your minor children in the event of your death.
In addition to Wills, planning for the future should also include planning for a life impacted by trauma, affecting your ability to make decisions or speak for yourself. By using an Enduring Power of Attorney, you can give the power to someone you trust to look after your interests and handle your affairs, in the event of a debilitating illness, severe trauma, or other circumstance that leaves you unable to express your needs or to care for yourself or your minor children. A Personal Directive will communicate your wishes with respect to such things as life support, pain medication, living arrangements and other considerations that may be very important to you, so that those left to care for you will know what will make you most comfortable.
We would be pleased to guide you through the process of planning for the future, helping you get the peace of mind that comes from knowing your affairs are in order.
Beyond the preparation of estate planning documents we are also able to assist you following the death of a loved one in dealing with the estate. Whether your loved one died with or without a Will, Clark & Clark can assist you with the legal process in probating the estate. The legal process can be complicated and overwhelming, and having an experienced lawyer guide you through the process will help ensure that the probate is done correctly and efficiently.
If you would like Clark & Clark to assist you in preparing your Will, Enduring Power of Attorney, Personal Directive, or assist you in probating an Estate, please contact our offices to schedule an appointment.