Why Hire an Estate Planning Lawyer in California?

Forbes reports that nearly 50 percent of Americans lack even the most basic estate planning documents. There are many reasons for this surprising statistic. Many people are not aware of the many estate planning products available to them, while others do not fully understand the benefits that having a will, health care directive or trust can provide.

Fremont, California, Estate Planning Attorney

Attorney Cynthia Cho of CC LawGroup, A Professional Corporation is here to help you and your family understand the importance of having a strong, executable estate plan in place. She takes the time to get to know her clients and their specific needs and provides experienced counsel so they can make well-informed decisions about their future. She realizes that no two clients are alike, which is why she personalizes her estate planning representation to meet the unique needs of each client she serves.

Learn more about estate planning and how it can protect your family and your legacy. You can benefit immensely whether you are wealthy or a person of modest means. Please schedule an initial consultation today by calling 510-402-1579 or by contacting our Newark law office online.

So Why Should I Work With an Estate Planning Lawyer?

This is a great (and common) question. Although it is not required, there are many benefits to working with an experienced estate planning attorney, including:

• Creating clear and accurate documents: A common downfall of many estate plans is that they are unclear or fail to accurately portray an individual’s wishes. An attorney will ensure that your documents are clear so your final wishes are carried out as you had hoped.
• Understanding what your estate plan can do: Many people know that a will allows them to distribute their property to their heirs, but did you know that you can make charitable contributions, too? Did you know that a trust can help you care for a disabled child? Did you know that you could avoid significant taxes with advanced planning? There could be many tools and techniques available that allow you to truly personalize your estate plan that you never knew existed.
• Protecting your health and finances: No one knows when they might become unable to care for themselves. Health care directive and power of attorney documents allow you to designate someone to handle your finances and health care decisions on your behalf.
• Avoid problems down the road: Poorly drafted estate planning documents can lead to disputes down the road. Carefully drafting your documents can help avoid these disputes or challenges.

Contact a Fremont Wills and Trusts Lawyer