The Importance of a Will
Will and trust attorneys such as E. Steven Lauer, P.A. in Vero Beach have substantial legal experience in the areas of disputed Vero Beach wills, estate planning, probate, and trust administration.
Anyone with any type of assets—monetary, business-related, real estate, collectibles, or others—should have a will. All too often, though, the very people who need a will the most don't take the time to have one written. That is a shame, since the process does not have to be difficult or time consuming.
A collaborative process
Because wills are such an important part of estate planning, the firm of E. Steven Lauer, P.A. has developed a collaborative process that is both efficient and effective. Working with clients personally to identify assets, the staff determines family and business needs. Additionally, they clarify wishes for asset distribution. The firm's clients have peace of mind knowing that they have provided for and taken care of their loved ones.
But will preparation is really only one part of the larger estate planning process. The actual process refers to how all personal property (bank accounts, household items, etc.) is distributed and real estate is transferred. Today's longer life spans and ongoing medical advances make it prudent to take a broader view of life to include living wills, healthcare powers of attorney, and planning for disability and long-term care needs. The staff of E. Steven Lauer, P.A. has extensive experience in these areas as well as a high degree of knowledge about elder law and asset protection for senior citizens.
Contested wills
In the event of a contested or disputed will, a Vero Beach probate attorney will work with beneficiaries and other interested parties in an effort to resolve the issues and provide representation during litigation.
Dying without a will puts a tremendous burden on family, friends, and business associates at a time when they are least able to cope. It also puts the distribution of assets in the hands of the state, eliminating any chance a family might have had for minimizing tax obligations.
