From the Attorney’s Desk by Jason Krautkramer, J.D. Eckert & Krautkramer, LLC 630 N 4th St., Wausau, WI 54403 eklawwi.com 715-842-0907 jason@eckertlawllc.com 177726 Tips for Commitment Without Marriage More couples than ever are building deep, lasting relationships without ever walking down the aisle. Many couples are opting out of marriage, but not out of commitment. However, the law has not kept pace with modern relationships. If you and your partner choose not to marry, you must have an estate plan tailored to your individual situation. Without an estate plan, your partner generally has no legal authority to make decisions for you if you become incapacitated or to inherit from you when you pass away. Dying without an estate plan—known as dying intestate—means state law determines who receives your assets. These laws rarely account for unmarried partners, making it essential to create a will or trust to ensure that your wishes are honored and your partner is protected. Call to schedule an appointment to learn more. From the Attorney’s Desk by Jason Krautkramer, J.D. Eckert & Krautkramer, LLC 630 N 4th St., Wausau, WI 54403 eklawwi.com 715-842-0907 jason@eckertlawllc.com 177726 Tips for Commitment Without Marriage More couples than ever are building deep, lasting relationships without ever walking down the aisle. Many couples are opting out of marriage, but not out of commitment. However, the law has not kept pace with modern relationships. If you and your partner choose not to marry, you must have an estate plan tailored to your individual situation. Without an estate plan, your partner generally has no legal authority to make decisions for you if you become incapacitated or to inherit from you when you pass away. Dying without an estate plan—known as dying intestate—means state law determines who receives your assets. These laws rarely account for unmarried partners, making it essential to create a will or trust to ensure that your wishes are honored and your partner is protected. Call to schedule an appointment to learn more.
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