Frequently Asked Questions

An estate plan is a set of legal documents explaining how your assets should be managed if you become incapacitated and distributed after your passing.

A will takes effect after death and often goes through probate, while a trust can take effect during life and helps avoid probate.

Review your estate plan every 3-5 years or after major life changes such as marriage, children, or buying property.

If you pass away without a will, state law determines who inherits your property, which may not align with your wishes.

Not all estates require probate; assets in a trust or with beneficiaries may avoid it.

It allows someone you choose to make financial or healthcare decisions if you cannot.

A trust can help avoid probate, protect beneficiaries, and ensure privacy.

An attorney reviews documents, resolves title issues, and protects your interests during closing.

Without an attorney, important issues such as unclear contract terms, title defects, or unexpected obligations may go unnoticed, potentially leading to costly delays or legal complications.

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Skinner Law Firm, LLC
3120 Schneider Ave SE, Suite 2
Menomonie, WI 54751