Estate Planning That Protects What Matters: Wills, Trusts, and Peace of Mind
Have you ever thought about what would happen if something unexpected happened to you? Who would make medical decisions on your behalf? How would your assets be handled? Would your family face conflict—or clarity?
Estate planning isn’t just about passing on what you own. It’s about making intentional legal decisions now that protect the people you love, honor your wishes, and reduce stress later.
Whether you’re creating a will to name guardians and direct how your assets are distributed, setting up a trust to manage those assets and avoid probate, or establishing powers of attorney to safeguard your financial and healthcare decisions—these tools provide peace of mind and control when it matters most.
Who Needs an Estate Plan?
Short answer: most people.
If you live in Nebraska and:
Own a home or car
Have bank accounts, retirement savings, or life insurance
Have minor children or dependents
Want someone specific to make medical or financial decisions for you if you’re incapacitated
Run a business
Care about protecting your family from legal headaches
Then you need an estate plan. It’s not about having a certain amount of money—it’s about having clarity, protection, and choice.
Why Estate Planning Is So Important
Protect Your Assets and Loved Ones
A well-crafted will or trust ensures your belongings, property, and accounts are passed on according to your wishes—not left to the default rules of Nebraska probate law.
Name Guardians for Your Children
If you have minor children, your will is where you name a legal guardian. Without it, a court decides who steps in.
Make Sure Your Healthcare Wishes Are Followed
A healthcare power of attorney lets you choose someone you trust to make medical decisions if you can’t. A living will spells out the kind of care you’d want—or wouldn’t want—in specific medical situations.
Avoid or Streamline Probate
Probate is public, often slow, and sometimes expensive. With proper planning—especially through revocable living trusts—you can avoid probate entirely or make it much easier for your loved ones.
Protect Your Business
If you own a business, an estate plan can include succession planning so your operations don’t collapse and your family isn’t left scrambling.
Support Charitable Causes
Estate planning is also a way to leave a legacy. If there are organizations or causes you care about, you can include charitable giving in your plan.
Minimize Tax Burdens
Even though Nebraska doesn’t have an estate tax, federal estate or gift taxes may still apply. Strategic planning helps reduce those burdens and preserve more for the people and causes that matter most to you.
This Isn’t Just Paperwork. It’s Peace of Mind.
Estate planning may sound complicated, but it starts with a simple conversation. We’ll talk about your goals, the people you want to protect, and the kind of legacy you want to leave. Then we’ll put together a plan that reflects your values and gives you—and your family—a stronger sense of security.
Let’s Build a Plan That Protects What Matters Most
If you’re in Lincoln, Omaha, or anywhere in Nebraska, and you’re ready to talk through your estate planning needs, I’d be honored to help.
Call Zachary W. Anderson Law at 402-259-0059 or email zach@zandersonlaw.com to schedule a confidential consultation.
We’ll create a plan that gives you clarity for the future—and peace of mind today.