Wills, Estate Planning, Probate

The future changes faster than we thought. We can help you plan for your future remotely. You need a Will and an Estate Plan – now more than ever.
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Questions about Estate Planning, Wills, and Probate

A will, sometimes called a “last will and testament,” is a document that states your final wishes. It is read by a town probate court after your death. The court makes sure that your final wishes are carried out.

A “Will” and a “Last Will and Testament” are the same.  A Will or a Last Will and Testament is a document that states your final wishes. It is read by a county court after your death, and the court makes sure that your final wishes are carried out.

No.  A Will can be done quickly, efficiently, and cost effectively with an experienced attorney. We can help you plan for the next fifty years over the course of a  few conversations.  Call today to get started.

Title 33 of the Rhode Island General Law controls Wills, estate planning, and probate law in Rhode Island.

Please see attached link to all Rhode Island General Laws regarding probate: RIGL Title 33 Probate Practice and Procedure

The Rhode Island Secretary of State provides a series of useful Probate Forms.  If you have any questions call Callaghan & Callaghan. We can help. (401) 294-4555

Wills and Estate Planning Essentials

Wills and Estate Planning are vital to your future.  In today’s environment you need a plan. We can help.

Start your Will and Estate Plan with us from the comfort of your own home. We can draft the documents you need. We can email the drafts and discuss any changes by phone, Facetime, or Zoom.  We can then have everything ready to go for signatures. It will only take a few minutes and we take all precautions.

Your family’s future depends on your planning. Wills, Estate Planning, and Probate all go hand in hand. Don’t put it off any longer.

We make it simple, easy, and inexpensive for your family to be prepared.

We can help you plan for the next fifty years of your life in the next few days.

That’s all it takes.

Sixty percent (60%) of American adults do not have a Will. And only thirty six (36%) of parents with children under age eighteen (18) have wills or trusts.

We can help you today. At minimum, all adults need the following:

  • Wills (for you and your spouse or partner)
  • Healthcare Power of Attorney
  • Durable/Financial Power of Attorney

And, all adults with children under age 18 need a Will – at minimum. Without Wills, in the case of an unforeseen accident, your children’s lives could become very very complicated.

We’re here to help.

Call today for a free confidential consultation (401) 294-4555

Recent Success

Probate Court

An out of state Callaghan & Callaghan client contacted the firm regarding a very unique probate issue. Our attorneys analyzed the claim and filed a petition in a local probate court to preserve and protect our clients’ interests. Our clients are now in position to rightfully collect a multi-million dollar settlement.

We can help you plan remotely. Keep your family safe – today and tomorrow.

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