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Do I need to seek out a family lawyer if I want to write a living will?

Asked in Oakland, CA - about 1 year

Can any lawyer write a living will? Or do I need to seek out a family lawyer to write a living will for my family? .

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Michael Charles Schwerin

Michael Charles Schwerin

San Jose Divorce / Separation Lawyer

Licensed in CA

Answered about 1 year ago. You need an estate planning or probate attorney.
Michael is in San Jose, California and can be reached at 408-295-4232 or at schwerin@ix.netcom.com. Consultation... more
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Kevin Samuel Sullivan

Kevin Samuel Sullivan

San Francisco Debt Collection Attorney

Licensed in CA

Answered about 1 year ago. you need a lawyer who handles wills and trusts especially if you have children. Further, you may want a trust to avoid probate.

I recommend Steve Kremer (415) 292-7230 of San Francisco.
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Frank Wei-Hong Chen

Frank Wei-Hong Chen

San Marino Real Estate Attorney

Licensed in CA

Answered about 1 year ago. Most likely, you need a living trust. You should really look for an estate planning lawyer. Not every lawyer can do a competent job of preparing a will or advising you regarding estate planning issues.
Frank W. Chen has been licensed to practice law in California since 1988. The information presented here is... more
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John Noah Kitta

John Noah Kitta

Fremont Child Custody Lawyer

Licensed in CA

Answered about 1 year ago. In a ordinary course of their practice many family lawyers on some occasions have probably prepared Living Trusts and Wills. Nevertheless, the more prudent action would be to employ the services of a practictioner who performs services in this particular area. There are many possible approaches to be considered and many changes are possible based upon if you are married, not married, how many children you have, if they are minors or adults and related tax complications as related to estate planning to minimize or eliminate future taxes.
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