A will is one of the most important documents you can put in place for your family. It allows you to decide who inherits your property, name guardians for your minor children, and avoid unnecessary complications for the people you love. Our estate planning attorneys work with you to draft a will that reflects your wishes and holds up to legal scrutiny.
Wills
A will — also called a last will and testament — is a document that states your final wishes for who should inherit your assets. This includes everything from your home and property to your investments, jewelry, or even your stamp collection.
If you have children, you can also name guardians in your will. These are the people who would care for your children if you pass away before they turn 18. Without a guardianship nomination, your family may end up fighting in probate court over who takes responsibility for your minor children. Worse, someone you would not have chosen could become their guardian.
If you die without a will, the law calls this dying “intestate.” When this happens, the state determines what becomes of your assets, often dividing them in ways you wouldn’t choose if you had the option. An experienced attorney can help ensure your will is properly drafted and executed as part of your estate plan.
Please call our office today to schedule a time to speak with one of our attorneys about your estate planning needs at (978) 637-2048, or email office@heralawgroup.com.
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Hera Law Group is a Massachusetts and Rhode Island family law firm serving Norfolk, Barnstable, Nantucket, Worcester, Middlesex, and Providence Counties. We're a client-driven firm dedicated to protecting what matters most to your family, from family law and estate planning to probate.
Melissa Levine-Piro, Esq.
Founder
Hera Law Group
Melissa Levine-Piro is the founder of Hera Law Group, overseeing the firm's operations while personally handling select prenuptial, postnuptial, and litigation matters. A Boston Magazine Top Lawyer and Super Lawyer honoree, she's also deeply active in the Maynard community, having served as a town Selectman.
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