Some people may encourage you to draw up the will yourself -
suggesting that you can save on attorney expenses by doing it yourself. However, drafting a will is a complex legal
matter that is best done with the assistance of a competent lawyer. Each state has its own requirements for the
contents of wills and the formalities for executing a will. There are many variables to consider
depending on the desires of each individual and the nature of that person’s
estate. Some variables include provisions for children, whether to use
testamentary trusts for children or other purposes, the appointment of a
trustee or guardian, how to divide estates involving blended families with
children from previous marriages, charitable bequests, and whether there are
estate tax considerations.
The most important step in this process is to find an
attorney with the experience and training to help you understand your options
and carry out your wishes. You need to
find someone with empathy, integrity, and high ethical standards. Talking openly with your attorney about your
final wishes should be like sharing your thoughts with your best friend.
Before you make that decision, pick up the phone and talk to
a lawyer about having an initial meeting.
Find out what that meeting entails and if there will be a cost to gather
more information.
We encourage you to call Seattle area attorney Lyle
Clark. Attorney Clark has had over 35
years of experience navigating through the waters of drawing up final wills and
testaments. With Lyle Clark you will get
his total commitment in understanding your unique needs through in-person
meetings and ongoing interaction. Call
Seattle area attorney Lyle Clark today at (425) 452-3092 and arrange a meeting
at his office located at 40 Lake Bellevue, Suite 100, in Bellevue.
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