Sadly, death, disability or sudden illness can occur before you have a chance to plan out your estate, in writing, pursuant to the most current laws of your state. When this happens, the probate court and government can automatically take control of your assets — even instituting a guardianship over your minor children and appointing an attorney on the local court panel. From that moment on, the probate court makes 100% of the decisions, regardless of how the individual feels their case should proceed. Naturally, as with everything that involves the court system, this can be time-consuming, aggravating, and costly, as well as heart-wrenching. This is why it is so crucial to prepare a will, and trust immediately. Nick Maggard is a highly skilled estate planning attorney and authority in probate law. His team has your best interest at heart at all times. He will make certain your estate planning desires are followed so that you and those you care about never have to deal with the probate courts.