Amending Your Estate Planning Documents After a Divorce

Amending Your Estate Planning Documents After a Divorce

There is a lot to think about when a couple goes through a divorce, especially if they have been together for a long time and have a family. One major consideration is the status of your estate planning. What estate matters need to be considered following a divorce?

• Does your former mate still have power of attorney to make medical decisions for you?
• Was your spouse the trustee for part or all of your estate?
• Do you share a living trust?
• Is your ex still in your will?
• Is your former spouse listed on your bank, credit, or retirement accounts?
• Do you share any property?

While some of these matters may be resolved as a part of the divorce (for example, jointly owned assets may be liquidated), some things may need to get taken care of afterwards. If you become suddenly incapacitated either physical or mentally, it will be too late to make these changes, so now is the time to think about it.

Compassionate Assistance When Estate Plans Need to Be Adjusted

Life-changing events are never easy. It can be tough to think things through logically following a divorce, especially if you experienced many years together. Having a quality estate planning lawyer in your corner can be an important asset when it comes to making sure you’ve dotted all your I’s and crossed all of your T’s.

Petrov Law Firm has the compassionate attorneys who can help you to make the right decisions at your own pace. To schedule an appointment, call 619-344-0360.

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Amending Your Estate Planning Documents After a Divorce

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There is a lot to think about when a couple goes through a divorce, especially if they have been together for a long time and have a family. One major consideration is the status of your estate planning. What estate matters need to be considered following a divorce?

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