The Risk of DIY Planning

Many people turn to do-it-yourself estate planning software because it feels quick, affordable, and manageable. And for very simple situations, those tools can seem to do the job. The trouble is that estate planning rarely

A couple of weeks ago, I published a blog post entitled The Problem With LegalZoom (And Other Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning Solutions) which highlighted some of the pitfalls of relying on do-it-yourself document preparations services. The

DIY Wills may seem like a penny-wise solution but may end up costing more in the long run than a Will drafted by an attorney.

DIY Wills can seem like a cost-effective solution, but the consequences of a poorly drafted will can cost you more in the long run.

A reader submitted a comment to my article titled “LegalZoom vs. Lawyer: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You.” This reader’s view of lawyers had been shaped by his experience in a protracted divorce proceeding.

Attorneys use years of schooling and experience to advise you on the best way to accomplish your estate planning goals. DIY services do not.

A lawyer can advise you on how to accomplish your estate planning goals, and tailor your estate planning documents to carry out those goals.