Will-Based Estate Planning
Attorney in Utah
Protect What Matters Most—With a Clear and Legally Sound Will
A will-based estate plan gives you control over what happens to your property, your responsibilities, and the people you care about most. Through a properly drafted will, you can decide who receives your assets, who manages your estate, and who will care for your minor children—rather than leaving those decisions up to a court and Utah law.
At LegacyGuard Legal, our estate planning attorneys help Utah families create customized, legally valid will-based plans that provide clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.
What Is a Will-Based Estate Plan in Utah?
A will-based plan is centered around a Last Will and Testament, supported by other essential estate planning documents such as a financial power of attorney and an advance health care directive.
Together, these documents allow you to:
- Direct how your assets will be distributed after your death
- Appoint a personal representative (executor) to manage your estate
- Nominate a guardian for minor children
- Authorize trusted individuals to make financial or medical decisions if you become incapacitated
You do not need a large or complex estate to benefit from planning. If you want clarity, control, and reduced stress for your family, a will-based plan is a strong foundation.
Why Your Will-Based Plan Matters
Without a valid will, Utah’s intestacy laws determine who inherits your property and who may serve as personal representative or guardian. Those default rules may not reflect your wishes or your family’s needs.
A properly prepared will-based estate plan:
- Makes your wishes legally clear and enforceable
- Reduces delays and confusion during probate
- Lowers the risk of family disputes
- Provides direction for the care of minor children
For many families, a Utah will-based plan is a simple, effective way to protect what matters most and plan with confidence.
LegacyGuard Legal Will-Based Planning Services
At LegacyGuard Legal, we provide customized estate planning services focused on personal guidance and legal accuracy. Our process includes:
- Listening to and understanding your goals, concerns, and family dynamics
- Explaining your options in clear, plain language- no legalese!
- Drafting a will and supporting documents that comply with the requirements and formalities of Utah law
- Coordinating your plan with future trust-based options if your needs evolve
At LegacyGuard Legal, you work directly with an experienced estate planning attorney. Unlike some “estate planners” or online resources, you don’t received templates based on someone else’s estate plan from twenty years ago, or automated systems that just replace someone else’s name with yours. We craft custom, unique documents just for you and your family. From straightforward wills to more comprehensive plans, every document is carefully prepared to reflect your intentions and meet Utah’s legal requirements.
We offer upfront, flat-fee pricing. You’ll know what you’re paying and there are no upcharges later. And we offer the flexibility of both virtual or in-office meetings, making the process simple, transparent, and accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
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It is an estate plan which uses a last will and testament as the main document to distribute your assets, appoint a person to be a guardian of any minor children, and settle any outstanding debts after your death according to Utah law.
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Any adult who wants to ensure they control their assets, select who raises minor children, and who makes final decisions about their property should at least have a will.
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No, most wills will be required to go through probate, however having a will often makes the probate process go more smoothly.
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Yes, you can update your will anytime you choose as your life changes.
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Technically, no. However, an attorney helps ensure your will follows the legal requirements, is executed with the required formalities, and works as intended. Why risk such an important document to questionable online template mills?
