New Hampshire Power of Attorney & Wills
Colleen Menard & Elaine Kennedy
Wills
Because in death you cannot speak, a will effectively "speaks" on your behalf, explaining to others how and to whom your estate is to be distributed. Therefore, a will’s ability to "speak" on your behalf makes it arguably one of the most important and unique legal documents strictly scrutinized by judges whose job it is to make sure your final wishes are carried out. To protect your last wishes, lawmakers have created specific regulations to ensure your post-death control over property is not muted by complications which otherwise might defeat your last wishes. Therefore, compliance with state law on matters pertaining to the validation of wills is crucial enough to obtain professional guidance in the creation of a will.
At Solomon Law Firm, we understand the significance of wills. As your advocate, we understand that good estate planning rests on gathering all information pertinent to your interests so that when constructing the will we can make an informed judgment and thereby prevent problems that may burden surviving beneficiaries. In addition to wills, we provide assistance in the formation of a durable power of attorney, a living will and a durable power of attorney for health care.
Trusts
A trust describes a fiduciary relationship where one gives property to a person, a trustee, who agrees to handle the property for the sole benefit of a beneficiary. The relationship requires the trustee to deal with the trust property to the advantage of the beneficiary. Trusts may be created for any lawful purpose including the support of beneficiaries, the payment of creditors, the distribution of life insurance money, and the support of charitable ends pertaining to the promotion of religion, education, and general humanitarian relief.
Powers of Attorney
There are various types of Powers of Attorney that you may need pertaining to your healthcare, real estate, and/or other financial matters. We at Solomon Law Firm understand the intricacies in preparing a Power of Attorney and the importance of creating an instrument to put forth your wishes in a clear and concise manner. Contact us to discuss your estate planning needs.
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