Estate Planning Attorney Columbus Ohio
At Taneff Law, we help people in Columbus, Ohio, create strategic estate plans. We work to understand each client’s individual goals and priorities so we can recommend legal solutions that maximize the protection of their property. This allows your family to have no issues in the future and can help them avoid paying unexpected fees or taxes.
What is an Estate Plan?
Estate planning is the process of organizing your property and assets so they are handled and distributed the way you want them to be. This plan can also include your wishes for healthcare and financial decisions if you are incapacitated. Everyone can benefit from having a plan for the future.
In addition to organizing your assets and healthcare plans, estate planning can also include setting up a trust, wills, and a power of attorney. These are all things that can make your estate plan reflect your financial situation and can be tailored to the dynamics of your family. Working with an estate planning lawyer is the best way to find a plan that is best for you. They will be able to show you all of the planning options available to you that will set you and your family up for success.
Have Control Over Your Property At All Times
Having an estate plan in place allows you to remain in control of your property and assets, as well as to establish important health care decisions if you are ever incapacitated. You cannot plan for unexpected illnesses, accidents, and life changes. It is important to have a legal plan that allows you to make decisions so the court doesn’t do it for you. This also allows your family to have clear instructions of your expectations, which can minimize potential family disputes.
It is important to create an estate plan and keep it updated as your life evolves. Marriage, divorce, children, and real estate or asset changes are all milestones that are good opportunities to take a moment and update your estate documents. The time to prepare for your future is now.
Wills: The Foundation Of An Estate Plan
One of the most important documents of an estate plan is a will. A will allows someone to clearly outline how they want their assets to be distributed when they pass. In a will, you can also name an executor to carry out your last wishes, and you can also designate a guardian if you have any minor children.
If someone passes without a legally valid will, Ohio law will determine how their estate is distributed. Not only may this not reflect your wishes, but it can also cause disagreements, as well as cost them time and money to settle in probate.
An estate attorney at Taneff Law can help you create a customized will that is based on your wishes and how you want your estate to be distributed after you pass. All of our wills comply with Ohio law, and you can have the peace of mind that your wishes will be honored when the time comes. Contact us today to learn more.
The Benefits Of Having A Trust And The Trust Administration Process
Most people think just having a will is enough when they start estate planning. In reality, a will alone still goes through probate court to be validated. One way to avoid probate is to create a trust. A trust allows you to manage your assets with more flexibility than you would have with just a will alone. A trust can also allow you to keep certain matters out of the public eye. There are many types of trusts, and finding the right option for your situation is important. Working with an estate planning attorney from Taneff Law can help you determine what trust will protect you and your assets the most. We will work closely with you to find planning solutions that will provide you with long-term security and help preserve your legacy for years to come.
Estate Planning Services And Solutions To Avoid Probate
Probate is a legal process that a person’s estate enters after they pass away. During probate, the court will validate wills, ensure that any outstanding debts and taxes are paid, and oversee the distribution of assets as outlined in the will. If a person dies without establishing a legal will, the probate process will establish any beneficiaries on behalf of the deceased.
The probate process can be very time-consuming and costly. Planning with an attorney from Taneff Law can help your estate avoid going into probate. We protect all of our clients and make sure their families are set up for success when the time comes. Contact us today to get started.
Creating Guardianship Arrangements
If you have any children with disabilities, aging parents, or a loved one who needs ongoing assistance when you pass, it is important to establish guardianship arrangements within your estate plan. Making a plan that ensures those who need extra care and protection are in place will help protect them in the future.
Estate Administration In Columbus Ohio
After a person passes, the estate may require some assistance with debt resolutions, taxes, and eventually distribution. Taneff Law provides estate administration services, along with other practice areas to help clients and families navigate an already difficult time. We also help families navigate probate law if their loved one has passed away. Let us make the process easier. We will handle the probate and trust administration needs of your loved ones’ estate.
Protect Your Future With A Planning Attorney At Taneff Law
It is time to protect your future and your family with the tools of estate planning. Contact Taneff Law today to schedule a consultation and start building an estate plan that is tailored to you and your family. Our team is here to provide you the legal services you need to set yourself up for success. Contact Taneff Law today to start planning.
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