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Engine Joe
Going Strange...
 
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Brooklyn, NY
 
2006-10-25, 15:29

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Originally Posted by Satchmo View Post
As a single person without kids, I don't have a whole lot of complex holdings or wealth, but would like to make sure what I do have goes to the right person (and not the government).
Would spending a bit more and having a lawyer draw one be the safer/smarter route?

I'd say that if you're describing your life situation accurately, you can probably do a do-it-yourself kit and be fine. When and if things change in your life, I'd highly recommend a lawyer's involvement, however. Making changes and dealing with greater complexity on your own can be fraught with peril.

On the other hand, I am no fan of the do-it-yourself bankruptcy filings. I've seen too many people really screw up their lives trying to do that for themselves and only getting themselves into a deeper financial morass.

FYI, I wish to make it clear that this post reflects my personal feelings on the matter and is not intended to be legal advice!
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