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Estate planning attorneys deal primarily with wills and trusts, although they may also act as executors under a will. They are responsible for ensuring that proper documents are drafted and executed and provide guidance and assistance during the drafting process. On...

Another type of estate plan is known as a "family trust." The purpose of a family trust is to provide for the care and support of minor children after the death of both parents. Family Trust A family trust directs the distribution of an individual's estate among his...

Many people think estate planning involves simply creating trusts and wills, but these documents aren't the only ones to consider. There are also living wills, powers of attorney, and health care proxies. Here's a quick overview of each type of document. Living Wills...

An estate plan is a set of legal documents that spell out how you want all of your assets to be distributed after you die or in the event, you become incapacitated. An estate plan may include a living will, a durable power of attorney, a beneficiary designation form,...

When you are busy juggling the demands of work and life, the last thing you want to think about is how you want your assets handled once you die or if you become incapacitated. Estate planning is the legal process of establishing your wishes regarding your final...