Estate Planning in Divorce
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Estate Planning During Divorce in Utah
Divorce is a significant life event that necessitates a thorough review and adjustment of your estate planning documents. In Utah, it’s crucial to understand how divorce impacts your will, trusts, beneficiary designations, and powers of attorney to ensure your assets and wishes are appropriately managed.
Impact of Divorce on Estate Planning Documents
- Wills and Trusts: In Utah, divorce or annulment automatically revokes any provisions in a will or trust that favor a former spouse. However, if you are in the process of divorce but it is not yet finalized, these provisions remain effective. Therefore, it’s essential to update your estate planning documents promptly during divorce proceedings to reflect your current intentions.
- Beneficiary Designations: Assets like life insurance policies and retirement accounts pass directly to named beneficiaries, regardless of will provisions. After a divorce, it’s vital to update these designations to prevent unintended beneficiaries.
- Powers of Attorney and Healthcare Directives: If your former spouse is designated to make financial or medical decisions on your behalf, consider appointing a trusted individual to these roles to ensure your preferences are honored.
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