Wills – Powers of Attorney
People need to decide how they want their property divided after their death. Although some people believe that only the wealthy need to worry about this, if you own a house, have children, pay into a retirement account, or have inherited money from a relative, you must draft a will. Otherwise, your estate will be distributed by a probate judge according to the laws of Connecticut and that distribution may not be what you want.
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows an individual (the principal) to grant another person (the agent or attorney-in-fact) the authority to make decisions on their behalf. These decisions can relate to finances, health care, or other personal affairs. Learn about why you should get a Power of Attorney for your child before they head off to college.
Helping people prepare for the future since 1983
At the New Milford, Connecticut, law firm of Guendelsberger Law Offices, LLP, we help people in Litchfield and Fairfield counties plan for the future of their families and their assets. Our law firm has been performing this service for our neighbors since 1983; we have advised many individuals and families in estate matters such as:
- Wills
- Durable powers of attorney, which name someone to act on your behalf if you become unable to make decisions about your finances or your health care
- Health care directives, or living wills, which describe your wishes for end-of-life care
Contact us for wills in Connecticut. Our Connecticut attorneys have the experience and dedication to deal with sensitive issues raised by estate planning.