Dedicated, Knowledgeable Estate Planning Lawyer - The Yates Law Firm, P.A. in Tampa, Florida - (813) 254-6516
For almost two decades, The Yates Law Firm, P.A., in Tampa, Florida, has successfully guided its clients through the process of estate planning. Headed by attorney Carla B. Yates, who has practiced law for more than 20 years, and assisted by a staff combining more than three decades of experience in estate planning and probate law, we are committed to continuing to build on our reputation for excellence. Please contact us for an appointment to discuss how we can help you with estate planning to meet your current needs and to calm any worries you have about the future.
"I don't have much, so I don't need an estate plan. I've got a basic will, and that's enough."
"I'm young and healthy. I don't need an estate plan."
If you agree with either of the above statements, you are likely misinformed. Even if you have few assets, estate planning is particularly important if you are:
- a new parent
- in a second marriage, especially if you have stepchildren
- the parent of an adult child with a disability
- concerned about how your intended beneficiaries will use their bequests after your death
- want to ensure care according to your preferences in the event of disability or illness
Estate planning involves using wills and trusts to protect assets during life and to provide for their distribution after death. A family without an estate plan can be potentially vulnerable to the following types of situations:
If both parents die, the guardians of your minor children may have to wait months to access the funds they need to care for the children. Your assets may go into an expensive guardianship until the child turns 18, at which time the child receives all the money without any restrictions on how it can be spent.
If you become suddenly disabled, your spouse may lose all access to the money necessary to pay bills and buy food and clothing. Your spouse may also need to have you declared incompetent in the public record in order to get access to necessary funds. Your spouse may have limited influence on the course of your health care.
If you become mentally incapacitated, you may be forced into a guardianship without your consent. In a guardianship, the distribution of your assets is controlled by the court without regard for your wishes.
Please contact The Yates Law Firm, P.A. in Tampa, Florida, today for competent estate planning advice. We are conveniently located near downtown Tampa, and free parking is available. We can be reached by calling (813) 254-6516 or by completing the intake form on our Contact Us page.
The Yates Law Firm, P.A.
320 W. Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 520
Tampa, Florida 33606
Phone: (813) 254-6516
Fax: (813) 254-6605
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The Yates Law Firm, P.A. proudly serves clients in the cities of Tampa, Apollo Beach, Bartow, Beach Park, Bloomingdale, Brandon, Brooksville, Carrollwood, Dade City, Gibsonton, Clearwater, Dunedin, Gulf Port, High Point, Hyde Park, Inverness, Kissimmee, Lakeland, Largo, Lealman, Lutz, Mango, New Port Richey, Northdale, Oldsmar, Palm Harbor, Plant City, Pinellas Park, Riverview, Ruskin, Seminole, St Petersburg, Seffner, Sun City Center, Tarpon Springs, Town 'n' Country, Thonotosassa, Valrico, Winter Haven, and Zephyrhills; in Hillsborough County, Pinellas County, Citrus County, Hernando County, Pasco County, and Polk County; and throughout Florida.