Planning for your future is critical. No one knows when their time is coming, and if you pass without an estate plan in place, important decisions about your family and finances may be left to the court to decide. When someone passes without a will in place, this is referred to as intestate. There are laws in place to govern what happens when someone dies intestate. But many assets aren’t divvied by a will even if there is one in place. For example, life insurance proceeds; real estate; various bank accounts; other assets held in joint tenancy, tenancy by the entirety, or any community property with a right of survivorship; any property that is held in a living trust—all would need to be dealt with because a will doesn’t pass these kinds of assets. These are but just a few of the types of assets that are not passed by a will so it is advisable to consult with an experienced probate, wills, and estates attorney in Live Oak, FL. The probate process shall prove the will in court, but the mountain of work that follows dividing assets and settling affairs is formidable. You owe it to yourself for your peace of mind, and to your family for their care and protection, to prepare a plan in advance for that day. And The Chauncey Law Firm, P.A. is there for you. Let us be your probate, wills, and estates attorney in Live Oak, FL. Protect your future; protect your family. We can help.