Marcus G Reed Law Office

Do you have potential heirs who are young, such as children or grandchildren? Instead of leaving a lump sum of cash or significant property to a minor, an estate planning expert can help you set up a trust. You can name a trustee and place conditions so that the beneficiary doesn’t get the property or cash all at once.

What is a health care proxy? Sometimes called a health care agent or medical power of attorney, the health care proxy designates the person(s) you wish to make medical decisions on your behalf if you’re incapacitated.

When you have a large estate with significant assets, you may wonder if your wishes will be followed after your death. Let’s talk about whether a will or trust is the best option for ensuring your estate is properly divided.

An estate planning lawyer will make sure that any insurance or investments in your name also include the name of a beneficiary. That way, you can be certain that a 401K account, for example, will go to the person of your choosing.