Everyone should have a will or trust document that indicates how they would like their property to be distributed upon their death.  Without a properly executed will in North Carolina, your spouse or children take under the intestate succession statute, which may not be in line with your wishes.  In addition, a will or trust can include many other provisions …

In North Carolina, a power of attorney designates an agent of your choice to act on your behalf and make decisions regarding your financial and healthcare matters.  In general, these documents are used if you become incapacitated or choose to no longer make such decisions.  While a durable or general power of attorney and a health care power of attorney …

Estate Planning is the process of making arrangements for yourself and your family should you become incapacitated or when you die.  For many people this can be a difficult discussion, but one that is extremely important and needs to be addressed.  An estate plan should cover not only what happens upon death, but also make provisions for you and your …

A declaration of desire for a natural death or living will makes clear that a person does not want extraordinary measures taken to prolong their life if death becomes imminent.  While it is an optional document in an estate plan, many people include this document since it allows one to make their desires clear and takes the often difficult decision …