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When a loved one becomes incapacitated due to illness, injury, or age-related conditions, one of the most significant decisions we may face is selecting a conservator to manage their affairs. In Connecticut, this is a serious legal responsibility, and we must approach it with care and attention to detail.

Probate is a legal process that follows the death of an individual, during which a court oversees the distribution of their estate and assures that all debts and taxes are paid. While probate can be an essential process for settling an estate, it can also be filled with pitfalls.

At Watterworth Law Offices, LLC, located in Simsbury, Connecticut, we understand that making decisions regarding estate planning can be both overwhelming and crucial for your family's future.

Elder care planning can significantly impact how a loved one’s wishes are respected during difficult health circumstances, and advance directives play a pivotal role in that process.

At Watterworth Law Offices, located in Simsbury, Connecticut, we know that an estate plan is more than just a way to distribute assets. It’s a tool that provides clarity and can prevent unnecessary family disputes.

At Watterworth Law Offices, LLC, located in Simsbury, Connecticut, we help clients design and implement effective estate plans tailored to their unique needs. One of the most powerful tools in estate planning is a living trust.

When your child turns 18, he or she becomes an adult in the eyes of the law and your legal right to access their protected records, and manage decision-making for them - medical, financial, and academic - comes to an abrupt halt

A Power of Attorney is an important estate planning tool that allows a person, referred to as the “Principal,” to designate another individual to act as an “Agent” on their behalf for financial and other matters without involving the probate court

If you don't have an estate plan, the State of Connecticut has one for you.  And it may not be what you expect or want