Virginia Beach Estate Planning Lawyers
Virginia Beach Estate Planning Lawyers
If you are like most people, you are focused on the here and now or perhaps the immediate future. Planning your estate might be the furthest thing from your mind. Sometimes it is the things we ignore that matter the most. The time for needing a plan for your estate may be a long way off, but it is no less important than if you were to pass away tomorrow. Creating a plan for your estate after your passing is best done with the help of an experienced Virginia Beach estate planning attorney.
Questions to Ask Your Virginia Beach Estate Planning Lawyer
While you are collecting your thoughts and the necessary estate planning documents, think about what you want to ask your Virginia Beach estate planning attorney. Consider writing them down, so you do not forget them. Your list should include questions such as:
- What is your initial impression of my situation?
- What experience do you have with situations similar to mine?
- What are your attorneys’ fees and other expenses?
- Do you charge a flat-rate or by the hour?
- Are there additional fees to consider, for example, recording fees?
- Who will draft my documents, and who will review them?
- How long will it take until the finalized documents arrive?
- What is the attorney-client privilege?
- What are my privacy rights?
- How often will you want to review my documents once my estate plan is complete?
What Does Estate Planning Involve?
Many Americans mistakenly believe that estate planning is nothing more than creating a will. This couldn’t be further from the truth. To ensure that all of your assets are correctly handled after your death, you will need to include much more in your estate planning. For example, provisions for who will have access to or control over your assets if you are no longer able to do so yourself. Without the proper planning and documents, the probate court may cause the distribution of assets in ways that you did not intend.
With the help of your Virginia Beach estate planning lawyer, you can be sure that your estate plan includes these necessities:
- A will/trust: the main component of an estate plan that ensures your assets are distributed as you want them to be
- A durable power of attorney: Someone to act on your behalf if you become unable to do so yourself
- Beneficiary designations: By naming beneficiaries, you can dictate who will receive certain possessions without expressing it in your will
- A letter of intent: A document left to an executor or beneficiary expressing what you want to be done with a particular asset or your desires for your funeral
- A healthcare power of attorney: Appoints someone to make important healthcare decisions for you if you are incapacitated and unable to make decisions for yourself
- Guardianship designations: If you have kids or want to have kids, it is vital that you select a guardian for them that is financially stable and shares your views
Plan Your Estate with a Seasoned Virginia Beach Estate Planning Lawyer
At Mahoney & Richmond, PLLC, all of our estate planning lawyers have extensive experience preparing all kinds of estates and documents. We can help with unique or special considerations or even just one part of your estate. Our priority is listening to your wants and ensuring that we document them in accordance with the law so that they are honored after your passing. Get started on planning your estate by contacting our office to schedule your estate planning consultation today.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Nicole handled my divorce, she was professional and detailed. If I had a question it was usually answered the same day. In court, she was very professional, had all details, and was fully ready to represent me. I could not have asked for a better attorney to represent me!
I am very impressed with Andy's capabilities - he is a talented young lawyer.
Reeves is a fine lawyer, with a great sense of humor.
Mr. Richmond deals with his clients compassionately and with legal precision. You can have confidence that he is looking out for you and trust his judgment and advice. Take his advice seriously. Mr. Richmond does a good job communicating with his clients, keeping them informed along the way.
Andrew Richmond is a great lawyer and extremely smart.
Ashley is an excellent attorney in all areas.
I did my research on divorce and family law attorneys before contacting anyone. A trusted friend had used Nicole and her team's services previously and highly recommended her. Entering the MNR Law offices I met their receptionist. Her smile both lightened the mood and removed some of the stress from the streets. I found the conference room to be well lit, supplies readily available, and the conduct of the staff I encountered to be well above everyday professional courtesy. Nicole was the first attorney I met with and after our initial meeting, discussing options, criteria, contractual obligations, and services that would be contracted for, I confidently chose her to be my legal counsel. The contracts were explained in detail and reviewed prior to initiating our financial transactions, and I feel I received more than what I contracted for. I paid for professional services; what I got included personalized service, the respect, and distinction of being an individual. My concerns were thoroughly vetted and understood from a personal level and translated to what I wanted and needed on a professional legal level. The team prepared the battlefield and for potential contingencies, ready to execute, ready to win. We faced the opposition…
5 stars!
I recommend them completely!
Very pleased with their professionalism and seriousness with my case.
Listen, I did the circuit of family lawyers in Virginia Beach and Andy is, hands down, the most honest, capable, genuine, and reliable lawyer around.
Reeves Mahoney did an outstanding job as my attorney during a recent contested custody battle. Knowledgeable, honest, and direct, I appreciated Reeves’ sage counsel during an incredibly difficult and anxious time. Reeves and his team provided excellent guidance and successfully navigated me through the heretofore unfamiliar minefield of family law. Reeves is one of the finest, if not the finest family law attorneys in Hampton Roads and enjoys a stellar reputation in the family law system.
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Nicole was amazing to work with for my son's adoption finalization. She was extremely personable, always responded quickly to any questions, calls, or emails, and extremely nice! She made the final stages of our adoption journey amazing!
I am very thankful for all of your services. I don’t know how I would have gotten through this without you all. Your help was priceless.
I will never regret seeking (Reeves Mahoney’s) counsel … You’ve given me a lot of great advice and insight and that I’ll never regret any penny that I paid to gain that. … I just wanted to let you know that you provided a great service to me today and I will be eternally grateful.
Nicole knew exactly how to handle to my situation, doing so rapidly; conformed to my wishes, no drama. Amazing advocate: excellent skills explaining complex legalese in everyday terms. Great sense of humor: explains difficult topics; diffuses stressful situations. Guide & confidant. Earned my trust & maintained it throughout. Quality of service was outstanding! Value is phenomenal Follows up on questions & requirements, often same day, with quality details in clear & concise communications
Andy and his paralegal, Nancy, are wonderful. I had an entire custody reversal made, which I have come to understand is a rarity. Andy is clearly knowledgeable about family law and well respected by the court.
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