DOWNLOADING ESTATE PLANNING DOCUMENTS FROM THE INTERNET

QUESTION: What are the pitfalls associated with downloading estate-planning documents, from the internet, or purchasing such forms in stationary stores?

ANSWER: When “Murphy’s Law” surfaces and something goes awry, one may have little or no recourse.

In such instances, do not be surprised when your internet source (or stationary store proprietor) reminds you to review the disclaimer which indicates:

            1.  that they do not practice law.

            2.  that their product is not designed to provide any legal advice.

            3.  that if you have a problem with numbers 1 or 2, then you

                 should have engaged an attorney in the traditional sense.