Durham NC Estate Planning

As we have talked about in the past, planning your estate is something everyone should do to ensure a good future for your family. Many people don’t think about making a Will until they are older, but it is never too early to have one in place, especially if you have minor children.

Many people are tempted to create their own Will or use an online planning tool to make one for them. While this may be cost effective and seem easier than meeting with a lawyer to plan your estate, it is not recommended. Your Will may not meet the legal requirements of your state or may not leave clear instructions on how to divide up your assets. An estate planning attorney in Durham can help make sure your Will and other important documents meet North Carolina’s legal standards.

It is also a good idea to follow up with an estate planning attorney if it has been a long time since you created your Will. There may have been major changes in your life that you’d like your Will to reflect, such as the birth of a child or change in your financial status. Our attorneys are happy to assist you with updating your Will to reflect your current situation.

Hopler, Wilms, & Hanna is staffed with experienced estate planning attorneys and you can schedule an estate planning consult by calling 919-244-2019.