Houston Estate Planning Attorney Whitney L. Thompson Joins Patch

Spring TX

02 June, 2022

2:39 PM

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Houston, Texas - Experienced estate planning attorney Whitney L. Thompson recently joined the Patch community. In an effort to reach more people in Houston, attorney Thompson took this step to promote her services as an estate planning lawyer. The lawyer and her team of legal professionals have dedicated their work to helping families protect their estate and plan their future. “I was the first member of my family to graduate from college and a first-generation woman entrepreneur. I understand how challenging it can feel when you’re climbing a steep mountain toward your goals, but I’m here to tell you that you’ve got this. When you’re in the middle of a legal dispute with your family, it can feel hopeless. Having a compassionate attorney to guide you and protect your rights can help protect you from making costly mistakes,” says the estate planning lawyer. Patch is an online platform mostly used for community-focused news. It also has a feature called Neighbor Posts where people from all over Houston are able to post announcements and local business owners can promote their goods and services. Attorney Thompson helps her clients with matters involving estate planning, probate, and guardianship. The lawyer also helps clients with other family matters such as divorce, mediation services, and Medicaid planning. The lawyer mentioned that it is important for an estate planning lawyer to have courtroom experience in order to help their clients avoid costly legal battles. Estate Planning and Probate in Houston, Texas The lawyer says that estate planning is usually something that people do not prioritize. People think that many of us think that the present is more important than the future. Estate plans are not just for the ultra-wealthy but for anyone that has assets or loved ones to think about. Attorney Whitney Thompson explains that an estate plan is an instruction manual for a person’s belongings and how these belongings should be distributed in the event of their passing or in case they become disabled. Without a valid estate plan in place, the state will decide who or what takes control of a person’s assets. The estate will also go to probate once the owner passes away. Probate is the court process of recognizing a person’s death and ensuring the correct distribution of assets. There will be an “executor” or “personal representative of a will needs to be filed for probate. Having an experienced estate attorney can make the process as easy as possible. Estate Planning and Legal Wills According to attorney Whitney L. Thompson, “Understandably, many people wonder if estate planning involves simply creating a will. While a will is an important document to have under your belt, estate planning is more extensive. A will is just one part of the puzzle.” The lawyer goes on to explain that a Will will decide who carries out the Will, who will inherit the assets and when they will be able to receive them, and who will be the guardian of any underage children. However, an estate plan can designate who receives the belongings, provide instructions, for the owner’s care if they become disabled, life insurance for the family, and designate trust funds for loved ones. Attorney Thompson also emphasizes the importance of having a skilled estate planning attorney when dealing with matters involving guardianship and estate planning. Having an experienced estate attorney may be able to help an individual understand their rights and help them prepare for the future of their loved ones. About The Law Office of Whitney Thompson, PLLC Attorney Whitney Thompson is an experienced family law attorney who helps clients deal with family law matters such as divorce or legal separation. Attorney Thompson also deals with guardianship, probate, and estate planning matters. As an experienced divorce lawyer, attorney Thompson and her legal team have helped families have a smoother divorce process and plan for their future more thoroughly. To schedule a consultation, call (281) 214-0173. The Law Office of Whitney L. Thompson, PLLC4201 Farm to Market 1960 Rd W Suite 320, Box #116B, Houston, TX 77068, United States(281) 214-0173