Delaware Estate Planning

Making a Will in Delaware

A will can help you protect your family and your property.

Make a Living Trust in Delaware

Learn how to make a living trust in Delaware.

Intestate Succession in Delaware

If you die without a will in Delaware, your assets will go to your closest relatives under state intestate succession laws.

Delaware Estate Tax: Repealed

Delaware no longer levies an estate tax.

Delaware Power of Attorney Laws

A durable POA allows someone to to help you with your financial matters if you ever become incapacitated—here's how to make one in Delaware.

Death With Dignity in Delaware

Delaware is considering a death with dignity bill that would allow terminally ill patients to request life-ending medication.

Avoiding Probate in Delaware

Probate court proceedings (during which a deceased person's assets are transferred to the people who inherit them) can be long, costly, and confusing.

Probate Shortcuts in Delaware

Delaware offers a probate shortcut for "small estates." This makes it easier for survivors to transfer property left by a person who has died.

Burial & Cremation Laws in Delaware

Delaware has numerous laws affecting burial and cremation. Here are the most important laws you should know about.