Yes, everyone needs a last will. Even if you do not need a living trust, you need a will to direct who will inherit your estate. Without a will or a living trust (but you may not need a trust), the State of California will determine who will inherit your estate – and that person may not be the person you want. Preparing a last will is simple and easy, but there are requirements under the CA Probate Code that you want to be sure are followed so your will is valid and enforceable upon your death. The best way to do that is to have an experienced estate planning attorney prepare your will.
