Going through or having gone through a divorce can significantly impact your existing estate plan. If your documents are not updated, unintended beneficiaries—such as an ex-spouse—could inherit money or property that you intended for someone else.

It’s important to understand that the filing of a divorce petition and the final entry of the dissolution of marriage can have different effects on your estate planning. Legal separation, for example, may not have the same consequences as a divorce. Employee benefits, life insurance, and retirement accounts are just a few examples of assets that could still be affected if an ex-spouse is listed as a beneficiary.

To ensure your estate plan reflects your current wishes, contact our experienced attorneys at Gibbons | Neuman to schedule a consultation. We can help you revise or review your plan to protect your assets and loved ones.