Last Will and Testament in Gainesville, FL

What is a last will and testament?

Most people simply call this document a “will”. A will is the most basic estate planning tool. It designates who gets your stuff, when they get, and how they get it. It can create testamentary trusts, nominate your personal representative (Florida’s version of an executor) and even designate someone to watch over your children.

Do I need a will?

Yes, you almost certainly do, especially if you have minor children. Without a will, you have no control over all the assets in your probate estate. And you have no say in who will watch your minor children if both of the parents die.

Do wills avoid probate?

No, a will does not avoid probate. But even when probate-avoidance tools are used, a will is almost always still drafted as well. For example, a revocable living trust is typically paired with a pour-over will.

How can I find an attorney to draft a last will and testament in Gainesville, FL?

If you are looking for a wills attorney, you might consider searching for the phrase “wills attorney near me” in a search engine. You should look for an attorney that focusses on estate planning as primary practice areas. Estate planning is a complicated area of law, so it can help to find a lawyer with a deep understanding of wills and the law surrounding wills.

The best way to get your last will and testament is to schedule a visit with an estate planning and elder law attorney. Blakely Moore is a Hogtown lawyer and proud to serve the people of Gainesville.