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While it's impossible to overstate the importance of developing a comprehensive estate plan, it doesn't have to be especially difficult. If getting your affairs in order seems overwhelming, E. Seth Combs & Travis O. Terry, lawyers with Jerry W. Wicker Law Offices in Hindman, KY, suggest breaking the process into smaller, more easily managed steps.

If you're not sure where to start, they recommend:

  • Making A Will: A will is the only way to ensure that your wishes are respected after you're gone. If you pass away without writing one, the state will distribute your property according to a formula contained in state law; this method doesn't take into account the actual relationships you maintained during your life.
  • lawyerWriting Health Care Directives: This powerful document allows you to dictate the types of health care outcomes that would be acceptable to you and what types of treatment you prefer. Your health care directive can be as detailed as you like, giving you complete control over your health care, even if you're incapacitated.
  • Preparing Durable Powers Of Attorney: You might think that your spouse would be legally empowered to manage your finances after you're gone, but this is actually not the case. Some individuals may actually need separate powers of attorney that bestow different rights to different people. Contact a lawyer to make sure your affairs will be taken care of, even if you can't do it yourself.
  • Purchasing Life Insurance: If anyone depends on you for financial support, you should consider getting life insurance to make sure they're cared for after you're gone.

Whether you're writing your will or considering a divorce, the lawyers at Jerry W. Wicker Law Offices have the specialized experience and range of services they need to provide the most effective legal services possible. Visit their website to learn more, or call (606) 785-5556 to schedule a consultation with a lawyer today.

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