Question 1

Do I need both a will and a trust in Scottsdale?

Accepted Answer

Most families do. A living trust handles the assets you title into it and keeps them out of probate. A pour-over will acts as a safety net for anything left outside the trust and names guardians for minor children. RJP prepares both as one coordinated plan so nothing falls through the cracks.

Question 2

What is the difference between a will and a trust?

Accepted Answer

A will only takes effect after you pass and must go through probate court before anything is distributed. A living trust takes effect the moment it is signed and funded, lets you stay in control during your lifetime, and passes assets directly to your beneficiaries without court involvement. That is why a trust is the foundation of most plans.

Question 3

Will a living trust keep my family out of probate?

Accepted Answer

Yes, when it is properly funded. Probate in Maricopa County can take many months and becomes public record. A funded living trust transfers your assets directly to your beneficiaries, so your family skips the court process entirely. The funding step is what makes it work, and it is included in your plan.

Question 4

Are the documents prepared by an attorney?

Accepted Answer

Yes. RJP Estate Planning works hand in hand with experienced estate planning counsel. The attorneys we work with draft every will and trust to your specific family situation and full Arizona compliance. You are not getting a fill-in-the-blank template.

Question 5

Where is your Scottsdale office?

Accepted Answer

Our office is at 4110 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite 170, serving Scottsdale and families across the Valley. You can schedule a free consultation by calling (480) 346-3570 or attend one of our free seminars near you.

Wills and Trusts for Scottsdale Families.

Estate Planning, the Way It Should Work