Basic Estate Planning
Thinking about “what happens if…” isn’t anyone’s idea of fun.
But getting your estate plan in place? That’s a gift--peace of mind--for you and for the people you love.
At Southeastern Law LLC, we keep the process simple, straightforward, and as painless as possible.
No Latin phrases, no lecturing, and no three–hour monologues about the evils of probate.
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We’ll walk you through what you actually need,
answer your questions in plain English,
and help you leave with documents that work in the real world--all for a reasonable price.
More than 78% of people will experience at least one
six-month period of incompetency in their lifetime.
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when you can't?​​
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Who would handle your finances?
Keep the bills paid?
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​Life happens.
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A Power of Attorney lets you choose who can step in to handle your money,
bills, and legal matters if you’re unable to do it yourself—temporarily or for a longer period.
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We’ll help you:
Choose the right person (or people)
Decide how much power they should have
Make sure banks and institutions will actually accept the document
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Think of it as naming your “backup adult” for grown-up tasks.
Who will make medical decisions for you when you can't?​
If you’re injured or seriously ill and can’t speak for yourself,
a Healthcare Power of Attorney (also sometimes called an "Advance Directive")
lets someone you trust make medical decisions for you.
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We’ll help you:
Pick the right healthcare decision-maker
Spell out what matters most to you
Give your loved ones vital guidance
Take the pressure off your family in an already stressful moment
Provide your medical team clear instructions
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One document. Your clear voice. When it counts.
What kind of care do you want—and not want?
A Living Will explains the kinds of life-sustaining treatment you’d like if you’re facing
a serious, often end-of-life, medical situation.
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We’ll help you:
Understand what those medical terms actually mean
Decide how much treatment you want to receive and for how long
Prevent unwanted procedures from being forced on you and your family
Avoid court interaction in your medical decisions
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End-of-life decisions aren't about “giving up.” They're about dying with as much dignity as possible.
Who gets what? Minus the drama!
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A Will sets out who gets your property, who’s in charge of your estate,
and—if you have minor children—who you’d want to serve as guardian.
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WE'LL ALL DIE SOMEDAY. DON'T LEAVE A MESS FOR YOUR LOVED ONES!
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We'll help you:
Make sure your property goes to the right people
Name an personal representative you trust
Plan for kids, pets, and special gifts
Plan for family members who have special needs
Disinherit the turds in the bathwater
Keep your family out of jail (don't laugh, it happens)
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It’s much kinder than leaving it to state law and the family troublemaker to sort it out.
What if my situation is complex?
What if you need a bit more structure or a lot more control?
We can help you:
Avoid or streamline probate
Provide for kids and grandkids over time and protect them from predators and/or creditors
Protect certain assets in the right circumstances
Plan for taxes in more complex estates
Provide for special needs loved ones, while protecting them from losing public benefits
Give your and your beneficiaries maximum privacy
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No pressure, no upsell—just an honest conversation
about whether a trust makes sense for you.
Estate planning doesn’t have to be scary,
and you don’t need to “have everything figured out”
before you talk to a lawyer.​
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Let us guide you.
Let’s get these things settled.
Let's make a Plan.
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​Here’s how it works:
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Chat:
We'll talk about your family, goals, and concerns.
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Plan:
We'll recommend the documents that actually fit your life.
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Sign:
You'll review everything, ask questions, and sign with confidence.
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Let's start TODAY!