If you own a car, home, or bank account in Florida, then you should have a will! A will is also important for individuals who have children under the age of 18 as it will dictate who will be guardian of them after you have passed away. Many people are under the assumption that they do not need one as things will sort of work themselves out once they are gone, but this is a very dangerous way of thinking. Not only will having a will prepared prior to your death save your loved ones a lot of headache, it will also save your estate money because the courts will be required to do less work of assigning executives and deciding who will inherit your children and/or property.

If you are a parent with a child under the age of 18, hiring a Florida guardianship attorney will ensure that your child is left with the correct guardian. If the person is married, the children will automatically go to the spouse of the person who passed away, regardless what a will says. If the person is single, though, a will can appoint guardianship to whomever you choose and a guardianship attorney can ensure that all necessary paperwork is filled out and processed to make that a smooth transition. During such troublesome times, having a Florida guardianship attorney to handle everything will save your loved ones any additional stress.

If there is property involved, like a vehicle or a home, a Florida probate lawyer can carry out the wishes laid out in your will to ensure quick transfer of your assets to the beneficiaries. If you do not have a will before you die, any property you have will go directly to your spouse and children. If you do not have a spouse or children, the courts will do their best to find the next of your heirs who will inherit your property. The estate will be responsible for any fees associated with the courts having to handle these affairs and if no heirs can be located, the estate will become property of the state of Florida. Having a Florida probate lawyer who knows all of your local laws and proceedings will ensure a smooth, painless process. They can handle your estate after your passing and make sure all paperwork is filed correctly. In some cases, you can arrange for your estate to pay your probate lawyer after you have passed away which leaves you free to change your mind as to who you would like to be executor of your estate.

Do not believe the myth that wills are not important. With so much at stake, it is a wise decision to have a will in place. This will save your family and loved ones from having to handle confusing court proceedings on their own. With an attorney representing you, all of your wishes can be carried out exactly as you want without inconveniencing the ones you leave behind. They can file any necessary paperwork as well as handle beneficiary disbursements.