Why might I need to hire an estate planning attorney in Fort Myers instead of using an online kit to write my will, etc?

A: You need an estate planning attorney in Fort Myers instead of an online kit for your will because an attorney can provide valuable guidance that you cannot get in an online kit. When you hire legal counsel, you get control over your Florida estate planning, advice on protecting your family, and tips on minimizing taxes and maximizing your estate.

Your estate must be properly planned in order for you to predetermine how and when it will be distributed. Just having a will isn't good enough. It should be drafted by a Florida estate planning attorney who has knowledge of ever-changing tax laws and handles estate cases on a daily basis.

Florida Estate Planning When Children are Involved

Additionally, if you have children, you will likely be tasked with setting up trusts or naming guardians.

You should consider:

who will control your children's money until they are of age;
whether they should get a lump sum or staggered payments; and
how to proceed if one child is a reckless spender. If you have a blended family, you may run into even more difficulties.

An estate planning attorney can even set up trusts that direct assets to someone other than family in a way that ensures your family has access to the money when that non-family member no longer needs it.

However, with the help of an estate planning attorney in Fort Myers, you can draft a will that addresses your concerns and meets your wishes. An attorney can also serve as a counselor and recommend customized trusts, which can help you protect your children and spouse on several levels, and help you take steps to avoid tax liability.

Help from an Estate Planning Attorney in Fort Myers is a Phone Call Away

The estate planning attorney in Fort Myers, Matthew A. Linde, understands firsthand the importance of careful estate planning and the complexities of financial legal matters, such as probate, tax litigation and guardianship. For help with your Florida estate planning concerns, contact our Fort Myers office to schedule a one-on-one meeting with a professional who can answer your questions - 239-939-7100 or 888-643-6514.

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Matthew A. Linde, P.A.
12693 New Brittany Blvd.
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Phone: 239.939.7100
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