The Family Meeting

No one wants their loved ones to argue after they are gone. Meeting with your family now to discuss your estate plan and the reasons behind it can help prevent conflicts and tension in the future.

As you go through the estate planning process and finalize your plan, being transparent with your loved ones lets them know who will handle what roles for you and what they should expect to receive after your passing. Meetings also let those most important to you know that you expect them to honor your wishes by acting with civility toward one another once you are gone.

Ongoing discussions can do a lot to reduce disputes after your passing and get everyone on the same page. They also allow you time to answer any questions your loved ones may have so that they understand the motivations and reasoning behind your decisions.

Family meetings about your estate plan can certainly be tricky and potentially charged conversations. However, starting discussions now can provide peace of mind, comfort, and reduce tension and infighting after you are gone and unable to act as a referee amongst those you care about most.

Whether you are looking to set up an estate plan or update an existing one, the attorneys at Wright Beamer stand ready to guide you and your family through the process. Contact us at 248.477.6300.