Planning Ahead Offers Peace of Mind

Life can be unpredictable and discussing the death of a loved one is never easy. However, planning ahead is critical to protect your family, property and assets. A Will offers peace of mind, ensuring your loved ones are cared for and that your estate is managed according to your wishes. Consider the following questions:

• Who will share in your estate, and in what proportion?
• At what age will they inherit?
• Are there other individuals, institutions, or charities, who you have supported, or who you feel are deserving of your estate?
• Who will serve as your executor, and do you need more than one?
• If you have minor children, how are you planning for their future? The choice of executor is very important in this decision.

These are just some of the questions to consider before meeting with your lawyer. It is okay if you do not have all the answers. Your lawyer's obligation is to assist in ensuring your estate is properly protected when drafting your Will.

Once you have considered how you want to plan your estate, you should meet with your lawyer to discuss your decisions and prepare a Will that clearly sets out your wishes. At North Rubidge Law, we take great care to ensure our clients consider all the possibilities and often suggest options to better protect their families.

At the end of the process, you will be surprised at how straightforward it is to make a viable Will and how comforting it is to know that your estate wishes will be honored after your death.