Wills, Estates, and What Comes Next

Beyond the Binder: Planning for the People You Love


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Episode Summary

In this insightful episode of Wills, Estates, and What Comes Next, Florida probate and estate planning attorney Jamie Cuzmar explains why estate planning is far more than dividing money or assets, it’s about protecting the people you love. Jamie discusses how to thoughtfully select decision-makers, plan for child guardianship, handle blended family dynamics, and avoid common estate planning pitfalls. Whether you’re a parent, part of a blended family, or simply want peace of mind, this episode reveals how proactive planning can safeguard your loved ones from future legal and emotional challenges.

Key Timestamps

02:15 Why Estate Planning Is About Protecting People, Not Just Assets

05:32 Choosing the Right Decision-Makers for Emergencies
10:18 Planning for Guardianship of Minor Children
15:07 Blended Families and Complex Estate Planning
21:43 What Happens if the Named Person Becomes Unfit or Unavailable?
25:22 How to Bring Humanity into a Technical Legal Process

 

About the Show:

Wills, Estates, and What Comes Next is a podcast hosted by attorney Jamie Cuzmar, providing Florida families with clear, compassionate guidance through estate planning and probate. The show aims to make complex legal topics understandable and manageable for everyone.

For more resources, visit cuzmarlaw.com

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