A will is a contract between you and your beneficiaries that directs how your estate will be distributed when you die. Your estate comprises everything you own, from real estate and retirement accounts to bank accounts and life insurance policies. Even if you have other estate planning tools in place, having a will ensures complete control over how your assets are distributed.
Winkler Legal assists clients with every aspect of will preparation in Columbus. Our team provides comprehensive guidance through these important decisions, helping you create legally sound documents that will protect both you and your family.
Why Choose Us for Will Creation
- You work directly with Dirk Winkler, a Columbus will lawyer since 1997
- Personalized attention from a dedicated team that gets to know you
- Comprehensive understanding of both basic wills and complex estate planning
- Regular review services to keep your will updated
- Integration with other estate planning tools for complete protection
- We make complex legal matters understandable and accessible to our clients
“A will is the one way to control who will receive your assets and how. With a will, you have complete control over how that asset’s going to be distributed, what asset and to whom, and under what circumstances.”
– Dirk Winkler
How Much Does It Cost to Draft a Will in Ohio?
Our will services are part of our comprehensive estate planning packages. We offer flat-rate pricing for your peace of mind, with standalone documents starting at $325.
5-STEP PROCESS FOR GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR WILL
- Initial 15-minute phone consultation to determine if we can help
- Complete our online Estate Planning Questionnaire
- Schedule a 60-minute meeting (the cost for this meeting is $250 and will be applied to the final cost if you proceed)
- Review your assets and discuss your specific needs
- Receive our professional recommendation for your estate plan
5-STEP PROCESS FOR WILL PREPARATION IN COLUMBUS
WE ALSO SUPPORT OUR CLIENTS WITH:
TRUST CREATION
We create revocable living trusts for families and individuals, as well as irrevocable trusts for asset protection in elder care situations. Our trust planning starts at $3,500.
MEDICAL AND FINANCIAL POWER OF ATTORNEY
These are the two fundamental powers that prevent the need for guardianship. Financial POA handles property and accounts, while healthcare POA covers medical decisions, with each document costing $325.
CRISIS MANAGEMENT
We help families facing immediate long-term care needs through our crisis planning services, working to protect assets when a loved one needs to enter skilled nursing care. We can typically help shelter about 50% to 60% of assets, even in crisis situations.
Frequently Asked Questions About Will Preparation in Columbus
Without drafting a will with a Columbus will lawyer, your estate will be distributed according to the state’s intestate statute, which may not align with your wishes.
Yes, you can nominate guardians for your minor children and create trusts to support them financially.
Most assets in a will must go through probate, which is why we often recommend additional estate planning tools like trusts to avoid this process.
Yes, you can modify your will as your circumstances change, and we recommend reviewing it every two years. We provide a complimentary review of your documents every two years, which we conduct via phone.
A will can work alongside trusts, powers of attorney, and other estate planning tools to provide comprehensive protection for families.