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Guardianship guides.
Practical answers to the questions families often ask. Written by Willed’s specialists, no legal jargon.
- Every single parent should have a Will.
We know what it’s like to worry about the future. Having a Will makes a difference.
Ariella Birnbaum - What happens to a child if both parents die without a Will?
It’s an unimaginable scenario, made even harder to imagine if there is nothing in place to clearly safeguard the child’s future.
Ariella Birnbaum - What Happens If You Die Without A Will?
If you're planning for your future, you should be trying to tick off everything on your list.
Dave Kaplan - Smart Ways to Take Care of Your Kids in Your Will
In many ways, kids are an embodiment of the future, and when you’re writing a Will, the future is all you’re thinking about. We share some smart ways you can plan for theirs.
Ariella Birnbaum - What you need to know before writing a Will
When writing your Will it can help to be prepared and know what you need before getting started.
Dave Kaplan - How to appoint a legal guardian in your Will
How to appoint a legal guardian in your will
Dave Kaplan - When is it time to update your Will?
If you’ve written a Will online, it’s important to remember that you might need to update it from time to time!
Dave Kaplan - What are the most important things to put in a Will?
It is important to consider how your passing may affect those you care about.
Dave Kaplan - Guardianship: A guide to choosing the best legal guardian for your children
Selecting the right guardian for your underage children is no easy task. In this guide to guardianship, we unpack some of the things you should consider when making this most important choice.
Rachel Hechtman - What Happens to Frozen Eggs, Sperm and Embryos When You Die?
In recent years, we've seen the rise of a new conversation – one about reproductive material and assets.
Ariella Birnbaum - Should I be a Guardian? Things to consider before you say yes.
Becoming a legal guardian to a child is a major life change. If you’re wondering whether this decision is right for you, here are several things to consider before you say ‘yes’.
Ariella Birnbaum - Guardianship Checklist: Things to include in your Letter of Wishes
How would you like your children to be raised, if the unexpected occurs?
Ariella Birnbaum