Having a will is one of the most loving things you can do for your friends and family. It shows them what you would like to do with your debts and assets, so they do not have to guess in their time of grief.
Everyone should have a will, regardless of how much you have in assets or whether you have a family who intends to take your assets at death. Wills often play vital roles in an estate plan, even if they are “catch-alls” to address leftover assets from a trust.
Just as estate planning is critical, as is going through the probate process once someone passes. Probate is the process of actually administering a will. It requires following very specific timelines, rules, and guidelines provided by Connecticut and New York law. Serving as an executor or personal representative is an honorable thing to do for a loved one, but that certainly does not make it easy.
The Law Office of Richard J. Rapice can help individuals and families work through the estate planning process. Whether you need to consider business succession planning or you just want to set out who gets the car, we can help. Contact our office today to learn more about our wills and probate services or to schedule an appointment with our team.
