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5 Questions To Ask Your Estate Planning Attorney

You want to be sure that your estate plans come to fruition. To do so, you need to work with an estate planning lawyer. Finding the right attorney can be hard, but it is important to learn about them just as they learn about you. Here are some questions to ask your estate planning attorney that can help in your decision.

1. How Much of Your Practice Involves Estate Planning? 

If your attorney expresses that they do “some” estate planning, it may be a good option to keep looking. Estate planning is a long-term strategy that you have to work on regularly. This ensures that it is according to your needs. You want an attorney that has the skill and experience to deal with your specific situation.

2. What is Included in an Estate Plan? 

There are a number of documents that you should prepare if you have assets or debts that require a legal structure. These include wills, trusts, powers of attorney and health care directives. You may also need a guardianship provision and minor’s trust to protect money for your children. The attorney you are considering hiring should help distinguish your unique needs and customize a unique estate plan for you.

3. How do You Charge for Estate Planning? 

An estate planning attorney needs to take time to understand what your needs are before they can quote you. Rather than just throwing out quotes, they should provide you with a consultation for the purpose of asking questions and listening to your answers. If you have an attorney that says they do this kind of work based on an hourly rate, or says it won’t cost much, consider using another attorney.

4. Does Your Practice Include Probate? 

Estate planning is about setting up a plan for the distribution of your assets when you die. Probate is the legal term given to the court process where these matters are settled. It is important that the attorney you choose deals with both. Your estate planner should understand the probate process and what legal documents are needed to successfully pass an estate.

5. How Do You Charge for Probate? 

It is a good idea to ask your attorney how much they charge for probate services. In fact, this can be a great opportunity for the attorney to explain to you what will be involved in the probate process and how long it might take. This can help you be sure that you are hiring the right person for your needs.

Grand Strand Law Group is Here For You 

Never be afraid to At Grand Strand Law Group, we understand that estate planning is a complex process, and we want to help you develop an effective plan to protect your assets and loved ones. Give us a call at 843.492.5422 and learn more about our estate planning services!

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