Wills and Trusts

Beaumont, Texas, Wills, Trusts & Estate Planning Lawyer

Drafting a will to establish how you want your family assets distributed upon your death is the keystone of estate planning. While it may not be pleasant to think about death, having a proper estate plan in place can ease the burden on your family and ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. At the Walzel Law Firm PLLC, in Beaumont, Texas, we offer comprehensive planning services for families with moderate and simple estates. Whether your estate includes a family business and stock accounts, or a simple house in the suburbs, it is important to maintain control over what happens to your assets upon your death.

How does a will or trust affect probate law?

Upon your death, probate courts will automatically examine your estate to determine how assets should be distributed. In many cases, a surviving spouse will not have many legal issues to contend with. If you do not have a will that specifies the distribution of assets, however, your estate may be open to disputes. Attorney Michael Walzel is a lawyer who can help facilitate the distribution of assets upon your death. We will work closely with you and allow you to decide how to distribute your assets in a way that will not result in probate difficulties for your beneficiaries.

Living wills, powers of attorney, and trusts

Your estate plan may also include legal mechanisms that help your family avoid making tough decisions about your healthcare or the conservation of your estate. We can help you draft a living will that allows your spouse or other heir to retain control over life and death decisions and benefits before you die. We can also provide Powers of Attorneys, Medical Directives, and Designations of Guardianship to facilitate wise decision making during difficult times.

Contact our offices in Beaumont, Texas, to discuss all of your estate planning and elder care needs, including living wills, trusts, and Medicaid planning. We want to help you keep your success in your family.