Drafting the Simple Will
Date: November 10, 2009 12:00AM – 12:00AM
Location: Western New England College School of Law
Conference Room
1215 Wilbraham Rd.
Springfield, MA, 01119-2612
Details:
This seminar will provide the essentials for drafting the basic estate plan, including an understanding of reliance on the will to transfer wealth by probate vs. non-probate transfer options. The faculty will explain the process using their own sample forms and will discuss alternatives for setting fees. Topics include:
- Conducting the initial client interview;
- Assembling the necessary information;
- Drafting the simple will, power of attorney, health care proxy;
- Directing the execution of the estate plan; and
- Alternative planning options including trusts, POD/TOD, joint and retirement accounts.
Comments: This seminar is intended as continuing legal education for members of the legal profession.