Minor Children

Silver and gold aside, children are the greatest treasure of a parent. While you plan to see them reach adulthood, unfortunately that does not always happen. So, what if a serious accident or illness claimed your life before your children reached 18? If they had no surviving parent, who would rear them to adulthood with your beliefs and values? Answer: Either someone you appoint in advance through proper legal planning, or someone selected by a judge (who likely does not know you and your family).