A will is a written legal document with instructions for distributing assets after death. Each state has its own legal requirements that a will must meet to be enforceable.

Wills tell a person's family, heirs and the courts how that person wanted to distribute his or her money and property. A will is the most basic estate planning tool, and a current and valid will is one way, at the very minimum, to ensure your goals are met and your family is taken care of after you're gone. Many people opt for a trust as an estate planning method of its own. A trust sets up a means to control property that is put under its authority. A trust offers more flexibility and potentially far bigger savings to your beneficiaries than just a will. Unlike a will, a trust does not go through probate and as such, does not incur the expense and time delays of probate. Whether you want to prepare your first will or you are interested in updating your estate plan or exploring trusts, a skilled estate planning lawyer can help you tailor a plan to your needs. At Duvel & Duvel, PLC, we understand that every client's most important estate planning goal is to secure a future which provides for you and for the ones you love.

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