Wills - Establishing a will can be the most important thing you ever do for your family. Without a will, assets are typically distributed according to Tennessee law, not in accordance with your wishes. Having a properly drafted will by a Tennessee estate planning attorney can prevent divisive family disputes, unwarranted taxation, and government interference with the distribution of your hard earned property. A proper will needs to be tailored to fit your specific needs and requirements, and take into account the size of your estate, your family size, your charitable objectives, if any, and of course how you intend to distribute your assets . Cain and Associates can tailor a will to fit your specific needs.

Generally, in order for a will to be valid, it must be made freely and voluntarily, it should have witnesses, and it should be in writing, a Tennessee estate planning attorney can assist you in this process. Additionally, it is important that a will leave as little room for ambiguity and as possible, very specific language is always desirable. Obviously, working with a Tennessee estate planning attorney is always preferable, and will result in a more predictable result than attempting to draft a will yourself.

Some common types of wills you may want to discuss with one of our Tennessee estate planning attorneys are:

• Pour-Over Wills
• Living Wills (Advance Medical Directive)
• Joint Wills
• Testamentary Trust Wills

Whether you have never had a will or you already have a will but believe it may need to be updated, you should not proceed without the advice and counsel of a Tennessee estate planning attorney.