You are not required by law to use an attorney to prepare a Florida Last Will and Testament. However, there are many compelling reasons to do so:
A knowledgeable estate planning attorney will review your entire financial and familial situation and help you prepare a comprehensive estate plan. You may be able to reduce your tax burden or the tax burden on your estate by using trusts, non-probate assets, planned gifts, charitable contributions, and more. An attorney will help you understand your wealth preservation and asset protection options and implement provisions to protect your estate and provide for your loved ones.
Using an estate planning attorney will ensure your will is drafted and executed in perfect accordance with Florida law, so it is valid, enforceable, and self-authenticating.
An estate planning attorney can advise you on how to make beneficial changes to your estate planning as your needs and goals change throughout your lifetime and ensure they are executed correctly.
A complete portfolio of your estate documents will be easily and conveniently available to your loved ones after your death, reducing their stress during their time of loss. Your estate planning attorney can help them understand their responsibilities and complete the necessary steps for probate and estate administration.