Divorce
Learn how divorce impacts estate plans and explore essential updates to protect your assets. Discover key changes needed for wills, trusts, and beneficiaries.
What estate planning documents need updating after divorce?
Divorce typically affects multiple estate planning documents including wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Beneficiary designations on retirement accounts, life insurance policies, and bank accounts may also require changes. Additionally, any documents naming your former spouse as executor, trustee, or decision-maker will need revision to reflect your current preferences.
