Can I Create an Estate Plan During a Pandemic?
Heather G. Walser • May 18, 2020
Now more than ever, it is so important to have an estate plan in place to protect you and your loved ones. Lavelle Law attorney Heather Walser discusses how her team is operating during these challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic. The estate planning team at Lavelle Law can prepare necessary wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents safely and remotely. We also strongly advise against preparing online or DIY wills, trusts, etc., as very often, these plans cause more harm than good. If you have any questions about estate planning, reach out to Heather at hgwalser@lavellelaw.com
or 847-705-7555.
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