Pearland Estate Planning Lawyer
Planning for your death is a difficult thing to do as you have to admit that one day, you will not be here to care for your loved ones or provide for them in the way that you want. While you may not be physically available to your loved ones after death, you can plan for their well being by taking proactive steps now. The process of putting your affairs in order and determining how your assets will be distributed upon your death is called estate planning.
Most estate plans involve wills, trusts, gifting, powers of attorney and many other legal options and precautions depending on the size and complexity of your estate. Each of these tools serves to minimize taxes, avoid probate and ensure that the majority of your estate goes to your beneficiaries. The Law Office of James Zier, P.C. will help you craft a plan that is unique to your situation, maximizing the benefits your beneficiaries will receive.
Estate plans are particularly important if you have young children in your household. A carefully crafted estate plan will allow you to choose a guardian for your children in the event of your death, determine how they are cared for and dictate how any assets you leave for them may be used and when they may be utilized. Failure to have an estate plan can result in lengthy probate proceedings where the court has the final say on how your estate is distributed and how your loved ones are cared for.
If you need to develop an estate plan that will serve the best interest of your beneficiaries, contact the Law Office of James Zier, P.C. at (281) 485-3377 to start discussing your options today.
