Estate Planning

Everyone Needs To Plan For The Future, But Planning Ahead Can Be Complex. Let Attorney Michelle E. Murphy Simplify The Process.

Work With An Experienced Texas Estate Planning Lawyer Who Can Give You & Your Family Peace Of Mind.

For example, imagine that you are involved in a bad car accident and have life-threatening injuries. Who will make decisions about your medical treatment if tough decisions need to be made? What if your family members disagree? Even if you have a will, it may only specify what will happen in the event of your death, so may not be helpful in this case; without a health care proxy or advance directive, your family would be left to navigate that scenario on their own, which could result in conflict and stress. Or imagine that you pass away tomorrow without a will, trust, or any other documents. Do you know who will care for your children if you pass away? Do you know what will happen to your savings and retirement accounts? How will your debts be paid? How will the inheritance you planned to leave your loved ones be divided? If none of these answers are clarified in an estate plan, and you do pass away unexpectedly, Texas laws may control how your estate is settled in a process known as probate. That time-consuming court process could also result in stress and conflict for your family members – not to mention all the wealth you have worked your entire life for being depleted by court costs and not being passed to your family immediately.

Attorney Michelle E. Murphy can ensure that you and your family are prepared for whatever the future holds by making an estate plan that puts you in control. Her legal knowledge will allow her to draft all of the tools that should be included, such as a will, trust, power of attorney, health care proxy, advance directive, and more. These tools won’t be simple, templated documents, but will be fully customized to your family’s needs. Your life isn’t like anyone else’s, and your estate plan shouldn’t be either. She will also take the time to answer any questions you may have about the process. If you have special considerations, such as a blended family, a family member with special needs, investment properties, a family-owned business, or anything that may require more complex planning, she can help you think through the best way to achieve your goals. Her job is to guarantee that everyone you love and everything you own will be secure. Contact her today to schedule your free consultation and discuss your options!