Utah Wills and Trusts — Protecting Your Family's Future
Comprehensive estate planning that ensures your wishes are honored and your family is protected.
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Every adult needs an estate plan — regardless of age, health, or wealth. Without a will and related documents, Utah's intestacy laws determine who gets what, and courts decide who cares for your children. A properly drafted will, trust, power of attorney, and healthcare directive ensure that your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected. We create comprehensive estate plans tailored to your family's needs.
Last Will and Testament
A will is the foundation of any estate plan. It designates who receives your property, names a guardian for minor children, and appoints an executor to manage the estate. Without a will, Utah's intestacy laws distribute your assets — which may not match your wishes and may create family conflict.
Revocable Living Trusts
A revocable living trust allows assets to pass to beneficiaries without probate, maintains privacy (unlike wills, trusts are not public record), and provides for management of your assets if you become incapacitated. Trusts are especially valuable for people with real estate in multiple states, significant assets, or complex family situations.
Healthcare Directive and Power of Attorney
A healthcare directive (living will) specifies your wishes for medical treatment if you cannot communicate. A healthcare power of attorney designates someone to make medical decisions on your behalf. A financial power of attorney designates someone to manage your financial affairs. These documents are as important as a will.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a trust if I have a will?
Not always. A will is sufficient for many estates. A trust makes sense when: you own real property, you want to avoid probate, you have minor children who should not receive assets outright, you have a disabled beneficiary, or you have assets in multiple states. We evaluate your situation and recommend the most appropriate plan.
Can I write my own will in Utah?
Utah recognizes holographic (handwritten) wills if they are entirely in the testator's handwriting and signed. However, DIY wills frequently have errors that cause probate problems or fail to achieve the desired result. An attorney-drafted will is far more reliable.
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