WHAT IS ESTATE PLANNING
PROTECTION?
Estate Planning addresses two very important areas:
1. In the event you become incapacitated, estate planning protects you
and names who will make financial and health care decisions for you. It also
provides your instructions for the person(s) you name to follow in carrying out
your financial and health care decisions.
2. Estate planning offers protection by providing for the orderly disposition
of your assets upon your ultimate passing.
Properly drafted estate planning provides the time and manner your
beneficiaries will receive your assets, preserves the maximum amount of
wealth possible for your beneficiaries by minimizing tax liability, appoints an
agent(s) to make financial and health care decisions for you in the event you
are unable to do so yourself and names a guardian for your minor children (if
applicable).
Estate planning is often a delicate and uncomfortable topic to consider.
However, by planning in advance you can protect your family and loved ones
from much anxiety and expense later.
DO I NEED AN ESTATE PLAN?
The simple answer is “yes,” everyone needs estate planning. At the very
least you should have an Advance Health Care Directive, Durable Power of
Attorney for Finances and a Will. Additionally, a Revocable Living Trust is
often recommended to avoid lengthy and costly probate proceedings.
Contact our office today to schedule a FREE consultation in our office or at
your home. We also have conference rooms available for meetings at 22
locations throughout Los Angeles County. Please also take time to review
our “Estate Planning Frequently Asked Questions” for additional information.
Sean D. Ethington
Attorney at Law
28005 N. Smyth Dr., Suite 108
Valencia, CA 91355
Phone: (800) 852-1239 or (661) 295-4604 FAX: (661) 295-4605
Our office has conference rooms available for meetings at 22
locations throughout Los Angeles County.
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**This information is designed to provide a general overview with regard to the subject matter. It is not intended, nor should it be interpreted as legal advice.
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