Estate Planning
Not everyone needs an attorney to help him or her prepare a valid will. But almost everyone needs a will. Without one, every adult who has personal or other property and/or minor children leaves the decisions about how and to whom their property should be divided and their children cared for after their death to the default provisions of the state.
When you die without a will, you are said to have died “intestate.” Because so many people die intestate, Utah has adopted the Uniform Probate Code, which can be found in Title 75 of the Utah Code. This code directs how and in what manner an administrator for your estate and a guardian for your children will be chosen. It also directs to whom your property will be distributed. These default provisions may be adequate for many people, but there is no guarantee that they will be adequate in your situation.
If you want to consult with an attorney about your estate planning needs, the attorneys at Mohrman & Schofield can help. We specialize in assisting individuals with will drafting and modification in a cost-effective manner.