Wills, Probate

Trusts, Estate Planning

210 South Beach Street, Suite 202
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
(386) 257-3332

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Heidi Webb is a very professional and caring attorney. She is focused on attention to detail. She also is very articulate. Every situation that has come up in my case she has taken care of as swift as possible. My case has had some difficult turns which she has dealt with to her sensational ability. Heidi Webb has an outstanding personality and puts you at ease immediately. I highly recommend her. It is nice to know that out of so my attorneys their is one that is exceptional.

~ Rita S.

I have been a friend of Heidi and her family for a very long time which is why, after my dad passes away and I needed to create a will and set up a trust account, I called Heidi. When we met, she explained everything I needed to do so she could set up my will and trust. She told me what she would do once I finished my part. She asked me very detailed questions about my wishes. She drafted my will and trust account and when I arrive at her office for the final signing, all the documentation was laid out for me very clearly. She went through all the documents with me, with explanations of them all, in case there might be anything was not as I wanted. It was very obvious to me she was very knowledgeable in her craft. Heidi is a true professional who helped me with my estate planning, her attention to detail is top notch. I would highly recommend Heidi to anyone considering their trust or estate planning, she is the best!

~ Neighbor

Questions to Ask When Interviewing Estate Planning Attorneys

Questions to Ask When Interviewing Estate Planning Attorneys

Estate planning is not something that many people look forward because it’s associated with mortality, but it’s important to think of the next generation. If you want your assets passed down to them without efficiently and without incident, you’re going to need to make smart decisions. Fortunately, if you hire the right estate planning attorney, you can get valuable input and assistance in making those decisions. On the other hand, if you hire the wrong estate planning attorney, you could end up paying a lot more than necessary — your assets might not go where you intended or in the most efficient manner.  

These questions should help you find the right estate planning attorney:

  1. What is your experience in dealing with trusts and estates? The quality of this answer will depend on your requirements, but you definitely want to hire someone who has been in the business for a minimum of three years.
  2. Is your primary focus on estate planning? You’re looking for a “yes.”
  3. Do you practice Probate as well? A “yes” is a bonus as having an attorney that sees how their [and other’s] Estate Planning documents play out post mortem is worth its weight in gold.
  4. How long will it take you to complete my estate planning project? In most cases, there is no rush. The key is to avoid the probate process.
  5. Will you send estate planning documentation for me to review? Even if you’re working with the most experienced estate planning attorney in the world, you want to review documentation to make sure everything is set up as you intended. Your attorney may be highly skilled, but there’s always the possibility of miscommunication.
  6. Do you offer a formal updating and maintenance program? For a small fee, some estate planning attorneys will offer a semi-annual or annual review. This is important because there may be changes to laws and taxes, as well as to your life. In regards to the latter, adjustments to your estate might be necessary.
  7. Do you assist with Trust funding? In the event a Trust is your recommended course of action, having an attorney who will help make sure all your assets end up in the Trust is VERY important.  Unfunded Trusts are virtually worthless.

Every situation is different, but asking a potential estate planning attorney these 7 questions should provide you with a lot of information to help you decide whether he or she is the best option for you, which also would mean the best option for your loved ones.

Heidi S. Webb, Attorney at Law serves clients in Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, Port Orange, Melbourne and beyond with matters of Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Probate Law.   Contact her today to schedule a free consultation. Visit her page on Facebook, or see what her clients are saying to learn more about Heidi.

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