Estate planning can involve a variety of strategies and documents tailored to your specific needs. Examples include
Creating a will to outline the distribution of assets
Establishing revocable or irrevocable trusts to manage assets during your lifetime and beyond
Designating beneficiaries for retirement accounts and life insurance policies to avoid probate
Setting up advance healthcare directives or living wills to communicate your healthcare preferences
Establishing durable powers of attorney for financial management in case of incapacitation