Wills in Colorado
Decide who cares for your children, and who receives what.
A will puts your wishes in writing: who would raise your minor children, who receives your property, and who you trust to settle your estate.
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Your will at a glance
Four decisions that give your family clarity.
A Colorado will puts the choices you would rather make yourself into writing.
I.
Who settles your estate
Your personal representative pays final bills and distributes your property.
II.
Who raises your children
Name a guardian for minor children, and a backup, so a judge does not have to decide.
III.
Who receives what
Divide your property among family, friends, or the causes you care about.
IV.
Special gifts
Leave a family heirloom, a ring, or a keepsake to the person you have in mind.
If you do not have a will
Colorado law will decide for you.
Without a will, state law and the court make choices you would probably rather make yourself.
Without a will
- Colorado law decides who inherits, using a set formula.
- A judge decides who raises your minor children.
- The court appoints someone to manage your estate.
- An unmarried partner or stepchildren may receive nothing.
With a will
- You decide who inherits, and how much.
- You choose your children’s guardian.
- You pick the person you trust to settle your estate.
- You can provide for a partner, stepchildren, or a charity.
Good to know
What a will does not cover.
A will is a strong foundation. These gaps are why most will plans include a few companion documents.
Property that passes outside your will
- Retirement accounts and life insurance with named beneficiaries
- Jointly owned property
- Payable-on-death bank accounts
- Property held in a living trust
If you cannot manage your affairs
- A will only takes effect at death.
- Financial power of attorney for money and property
- Medical power of attorney for health care decisions
- Living will for your end-of-life wishes
We review your beneficiary designations so everything works together.
Learn about trusts →How it works
Schedule your free consultation
Pick a time online that works for you. You will meet with an attorney for 30 minutes, at no cost.
Talk through your options
We listen, answer your questions in plain language, and discuss fees before any work begins.
Move forward with confidence
Sign your will and companion documents, and leave knowing your wishes are clearly in writing.
“His process is outstanding in walking us through all of the necessary elements to be included. He offered helpful insights to our many questions specific to our family situation. Brian is a wonderful man!”
Meet your attorney
Personal attention, from first call to final signature.
You will work directly with Brian, who takes time to understand your family, explains each option in plain language, and lets you decide at your own pace.
What you can expect
- Direct access
- Work with Brian throughout
- Clear explanations
- Plain language, practical options
- No surprises
- Fees discussed before work begins
Will guides
Will guides and answers
Plain-language help for Colorado families putting their wishes in writing.
All guides →Common questions
Questions we hear often.
General information, not legal advice. For guidance on your situation, schedule a free consultation.
Your next step
Put your wishes in writing.
We’ll help you create a clear will and the supporting documents your plan needs.