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Confusing legal jargon, piles of paperwork, and the fear of losing hard-earned assets can make estate planning feel overwhelming. Without a solid plan, your loved ones could face unnecessary stress and costly legal issues. Estate planning becomes simple with the right guidance and empowers you to create a thoughtful plan tailored to your needs to give you and your loved ones peace of mind.
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Sharyn McKay2025-03-10Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the 1st phone call to set up a consultation to the final day of signing documents, the Skylands Legal team were professional, caring & u derstanding for our situation. We had lots of questions that were answered thoroughly to put us at ease. We would highly recommend Joshua Donovick, Esq. for your estate needs and end of life planning, whether for yourself or your loved ones. Rich Donaldson2025-02-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Just completed a new will, advance directive, healthcare proxy directive and durable power of attorney for myself and wife.It has been a pleasure working with Mr Donovick who is patient with our many questions and extremely valuable in his suggestions given his vast experience with elder care law. It is our pleasure to highly recommend Mr Donovick to anyone looking to address these important life planning issues in a comfortable environment at a reasonable cost Richard and Pat Donaldson. Aneta Sakowski2025-01-22Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you're looking for a law firm that specializes in wills and testaments and truly prioritizes their clients, I highly recommend Skylands Legal. My husband and I were incredibly relieved and grateful for the support we received in creating our testament. The process was handled in such a professional and stress-free environment, which made all the difference for us. L “Shinegirl” C2025-01-09Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Josh, Elizabeth and Raj are some of the most pleasant and professional people I have dealt with in a long time. We used them for a family members estate planning needs and we liked them so much we used them for all of our estate planning. Ifvi could give them more stars I would. Gail Zawislak2025-01-08Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Always there for their clients Anne Marie Coleman2025-01-07Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Attorney Donovick of Skylands Legal LLC was very professional and kind to my husband Jack and I during my husband's illness. Joshua and his paralegal assistant, Elizabeth brought documents to the hospital to help us. We were very grateful and happy to have contracted with them. Their work made a great many things easier for me during that time. I would recommend Skyland Legal very highly to anyone. Ken Gross2024-08-30Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had my Will done after losing my husband. Excellent service. Explained all my questions. Great firm Doris Ann Yurchak2024-08-20Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My husband and I were extremely happy with the services we received at Skylands Legal. We wanted to get our lives in order and prepare for the future. We needed Wills, POA's and Healthcare Directives. Josh and Elizabeth made the process such a pleasant experience. Not only did they answer our questions, but listened to some personal stories and actually seemed interested in what we had to say. They were compassionate and seemed to genuinely care about us. They were prompt and kept us informed. I am so glad we chose Skylands Legal to represent us. They made something that was so complicated, so easy. I would also like to mention Raj, who was also very friendly and compassionate. I can't say enough wonderful things about this team. So happy to have chosen them and will highly recommend them. gamk92024-08-13Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This firm is professional yet personal. You can tell they care about their clients and want to do the best for you. They are patient and explain the whole process and the legal mumbo jumbo so you know what it all means. We just had our Wills done and I'm relieved to have things in order. I highly recommend them.
A will designates who inherits your property, names guardians for minor children (if applicable), and specifies who will manage your estate. It provides clarity and protects your loved ones, regardless of age.
A will directs asset distribution after death and goes through probate. A living trust allows you to control assets during your lifetime and transfer them privately after death, often avoiding probate.
A Power of Attorney designates someone to make financial and/or medical decisions if you become incapacitated. It’s crucial for ensuring your affairs are handled according to your wishes if you can’t do so yourself.
You should review your estate plan every 10 years, or after significant life events like marriage, divorce, birth of a child, or major financial changes.
New Jersey law dictates how your assets will be distributed, often to your closest relatives in a specific order. This may not align with your preferences.
We can make amendments to your existing will through a legal document called a codicil. This ensures your will remains up-to-date and accurately reflects your wishes without having to create an entirely new document.
A simple will often raises questions of interpretation which must be resolved by expensive court proceedings.
Estate planning isn’t just about distributing assets—it’s about creating security and peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Many believe estate planning merely determines “who gets what,” but the real challenges lie in choosing trusted decision-makers and preparing for unexpected situations.
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