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"All the questions you have about writing a will, answered by a trusted Calgary Legal Wills lawyer. Dying without a will leaves you very little say in how your assets are handled. There's no better time to start than today. If you don't have a will, or your will is out of date, Russ Weninger can assist you in preparing a legally sound will that is appropriate for you and will stand up to government scrutiny. How old should my executor be? Your executor shouldn’t be too old, but must be an adult. If you are a young person, your executor can be older than you. If you are an older person, it is often wise to choose a younger executor. Choosing alternate executors is also a good idea in most cases. That way, if your first choice dies before you, or is too old or ill to perform his or her duties, the alternate can then step in. Should I leave a trust for my children? If your children are minors, then yes. If they are adults, then maybe. If you have disabled adult children, a trust may be a very good idea. This is something that I’d recommend discussing with an estate planning lawyer. Can I write a legal will without the help of a lawyer? Yes. It is possible. Is it a good idea? That’s another question. A lawyer helps to ensure that your will is consistent, sensible, and properly witnessed. On the other hand, a DIY will risks being legally challenged after your death. Let Russ Weninger help you with your inquires with regards to writing your wills? All the questions you have about writing a will, answered by a trusted Calgary Legal Wills lawyer. Dying without a will leaves you very little say in how your assets are handled. There's no better time to start than today. If you don't have a will, or your will is out of date, Russ Weninger can assist you in preparing a legally sound will that is appropriate for you and will stand up to government scrutiny. How old should my executor be? Your executor shouldn’t be too old, but must be an adult. If you are a young pers
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FAQ #1: How old should my executor be?
Your executor shouldn’t be too old, but must be an adult. If you are a young person, your executor can be older than you. If you are an older person, it is often wise to choose a younger executor.
Choosing alternate executors is also a good idea in most cases. That way, if your first choice dies before you, or is too old or ill to perform his or her duties, the alternate can then step in.
FAQ #2: Should I leave a trust for my children?
If your children are minors, then yes. If they are adults, then maybe. If you have disabled adult children, a trust may be a very good idea. This is something that I’d recommend discussing with an estate planning lawyer.
FAQ #3: Can I write a legal will without the help of a lawyer?
Yes. It is possible. Is it a good idea? That’s another question. A lawyer helps to ensure that your will is consistent, sensible, and properly witnessed. On the other hand, a DIY will risks being legally challenged after your death.
Let Russ Weninger help you with your inquires with regards to writing your wills? Visit our website today for more information! www.CalgaryLegalWills.com