
Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples
Estate planning is essential for unmarried couples to safeguard their future and ensure that their wishes are honored.

Estate planning is essential for unmarried couples to safeguard their future and ensure that their wishes are honored.

While it may initially be appealing to name two or three of your children or other relatives as
joint co-Trustees in your Trust, co-Executors in your Will, or joint co-Agents in your Powers of
Attorney, there are potential problems in doing so.

Being a new parent can be overwhelming. However, estate planning for new parents is critical for your new family. An experienced attorney can make it easier.

Where to keep estate plan documents is a frequent question. Learn the best practices of where to keep original and copies of your estate plan documents.

Parents should have legal documents for college-aged children: FERPA Release, HIPAA Authorization, Durable Power of Attorney, Healthcare Directive, and a Will.