Pearl River County Estate Planning Lawyer

Pearl River County Estate Planning Attorney

Having an estate plan in place can make a significant difference for your loved ones when you pass away. An estate plan outlines your wishes, and it can even help your beneficiaries avoid probate. However, planning an estate can be complex and sometimes difficult. A Pearl River County estate planning lawyer who has in-depth experience can be your ally as you move forward.

How We Can Help

At Berry Law Firm, we have over 30 years of experience helping people plan their estates. Leigh Kennington Berry, our founding lawyer, is passionate about guiding her clients with empathy and precision. She understands estate planning laws and is meticulous when she prepares documentation.

Seventy-two percent of baby boomers have a will, but that number falls to 15% for young adults. While planning your estate may seem more pressing the older you get, it’s never unwise to prepare ahead of time. Using our wide range of experience with a variety of estate planning cases, we can tailor our approach to your specific circumstances and needs.

What Is Estate Planning?

Estate planning organizes your financial matters in case of disability or death. It presents your wishes for:

• Distribution of property
• Guardianship of your children
• Direction of healthcare decisions
• Estate-related matters

These decisions can be reflected in certain legal documents, such as a living trust, will, power of attorney, and advance healthcare directives. Drafting these documents correctly can be confusing, but an estate planning attorney knows how to do so with care and attention to estate planning laws.

In order to create a will, the testator, or creator of the will, must be at least 18 years old and of sound mind. The will must have two witnesses and can be notarized, though it isn’t always necessary. An estate planning lawyer can help you create a legally valid will.

Hire an Estate Planning Lawyer

While some people might attempt to plan their estate themselves, hiring an estate planning lawyer can not only simplify the process but also save your loved ones from probate fees and estate taxes.

An estate planning attorney understands how to:

• Draft estate planning documents correctly
• Designate beneficiaries for your assets
• Minimize estate taxes for your beneficiaries
• Help you avoid probate court
• Represent you in probate court, if needed, at 100 South Main Street in Poplarville, MS, or elsewhere
• Draft guardianship instructions
• File estate planning documents on time and in the correct place
• Help you meet legal requirements

A Pearl River estate planning attorney has the skills to plan for estates ranging from simple to very complex. Providing your lawyer with the most accurate and detailed information can help your estate plan come together smoothly.

Contact Berry Law Firm

At Berry Law Firm, our focused attention to detail and empathetic approach help our clients feel seen as they make plans for the future. Even if your estate is complex, we can guide you through each step with confidence. While planning your estate can be difficult, having a plan in place can provide you with peace of mind.

To find out how we can help you, contact us today to schedule a consultation.