Questions You’re Probably Asking AI at 1:30 AM

Okay let's be real, do I really need an estate plan?

Yes and you needed one yesterday! Estate planning is not just about how much money you have or how old you are. It is about giving yourself peace of mind knowing your family will be taken care of and your wishes will be followed. You may have heard me say this before but anyone over the age of 18 should really have an estate plan. 

I'm not rich, I promise. So do I still need an estate plan?

Yes, you may not need a trust but you need a basic will, powers of attorney, and advance directives. There is so much more to estate plans than just asset distributions, reach out to me and I’ll show you why. 

Is a will enough?

Nope! You may. not need a trust… or maybe you do. But, a will is just one piece of your estate plan. A good estate plan includes powers of attorney documents, advance directives, and beneficiary designations. 

This is awkward. Do I really need to decide who gets my kids if something happens to me?

Unfortunately we can’t just skip the uncomfortable topics. Good news is you do not have to do this alone. We will walk through all of your options and create a plan that reflects your wishes. Don’t worry, I got you.

Why did you choose the name Eomma for your law firm?

Eomma means mom in Korean. I am half Korean and more importantly I am a mom. I know what it takes to plan for a family. Simply put, moms are planners. We know how to plan meals, birthdays, doctor’s appointments, school events, all while simultaneously remembering everyone’s shoe size. Mom’s take care of the people they love and estate planning is another way of taking care of the people we love. 

What if I don't do anything?

This is something you do not want to even entertain. Colorado’s intestacy statutes will help the court determine asset distributions however, if you have children the court may need to then determine who would be the best fit to care for them. Trust me, you want to be able to pick your children’s potential guardian. Additionally, estate planning isn’t just about what happens if you die, it is about what happens if you become incapacitated or unable to manage your life for other reasons. Having a power of attorney allows you to select an agent to manage your life in the event you cannot yourself. If not doing anything is a thought that crosses your mind, reach out to me, we need to talk.

Are you just another attorney?

Really, I’m not. Besides having a law degree, I have a psychology and family and child sciences degree. That alone lets me figure out family dynamics quickly. And forget the boring education, I am an outdoor enthusiast, a dog mom, a human baby mom, and just someone who knows how to care and plan. When you work with me you are not just working with another stuffy attorney in a stuffy law office. We’re either walking together, checking out a new coffee shop, or taking the dogs out on that walk they so desperately need. 

Do I really need to think about dying? I'd rather not.

Honestly, same. But here I am. Estate planning is not just about dying or waiting for the worst to happen. It is about making sure your loved ones know exactly what to do for you if you can’t do it yourself. It is also about making sure they are cared for if you are no longer here to care for them yourself. Trust me, you do not want to leave people scrambling trying to figure out what to do during the worst possible time for them. You really are giving everyone a gift.