Does your bucket list include a dream vacation, career change, marriage, divorce, pregnancy, or adoption? Consider adding, “Write my will.” At Stayton Law, in Marion County, OR, will attorneys know many individuals believe only elderly, wealthy people need wills. However, young people who have children or who own bank accounts, cars, real estate, or pets need wills, too, because no one knows when they will pass away.

Here’s why adults of all ages should make writing their wills a top priority on their bucket lists:

• Provide for Children & Parents: Whether single or married, young parents can use their wills to name guardians and establish trusts to support and care for their minor children. As part of planning their estates, young adults can establish special needs trusts to provide funding for spouses, aging parents, brothers, sisters, or other loved ones with special needs. Will attorneys know how to draft wills and create trusts that protect an individual’s rights to receive government benefits.
• Avoid Government Control of Estates: When people die without wills, the state decides who receives the assets they own. Property of single, childless individuals may go to distant relatives or the state. Wills allow people to control the distribution of property in their estates.
• Ensure Care for Pets: Oregon law recognizes pet trusts. Young people who are “pet parents” can use wills and revocable living trusts to ensure their cats, dogs, horses, or other animal companions receive the care they need.

At Stayton Law, will attorneys offer sound legal advice to guide you in deciding how to grow, protect, and distribute the assets of your estate. Their goal is to educate and empower you to make wise choices for you and your loved ones’ futures. 

Put “Write my will” at the top of your bucket list, and contact a will attorney at Stayton Law, in Marion County, OR, for legal advice. Call (503) 769-7741 today to schedule your appointment. You can also visit the website and like them on Facebook for updated information.