Personalized Will Planning for Reading and Berks County Families
Resolution Law Group helps individuals and families in Reading and throughout Berks County create and update wills that clearly communicate their wishes and fit into a thoughtful estate plan. A personalized Last Will and Testament can provide direction for your loved ones, identify the people you want to benefit, and help bring greater clarity to the estate administration process.
We understand that legal planning can feel overwhelming, but we make the process clear and easy to navigate. From start to finish, we treat you like family.
We don't offer one-size-fits-all solutions. Our estate planning and will creation strategies are tailored to fit your family's unique needs to protect what matters most.
With over 25 years of serving families in Reading and throughout Eastern Pennsylvania, we have the experience and knowledge to ensure your estate planning needs are met with confidence.
What Can a Will Do in Pennsylvania?
A Last Will and Testament gives you a way to leave clear instructions about how certain property should be handled after your death. A properly prepared will can name beneficiaries, appoint a personal representative to administer your estate, and nominate a guardian for minor children. It can also work alongside trusts, beneficiary designations, powers of attorney, and other documents as part of a broader estate plan.
A will does not control every asset and does not automatically avoid probate. That is why the document should be coordinated with the rest of your estate plan rather than treated as a stand-alone form.
PROTECTING YOUR LEGACY
Without a valid will, property that passes through a Pennsylvania intestate estate is distributed according to state law rather than instructions you leave in a will. Creating a thoughtful will gives you an opportunity to communicate your wishes, identify beneficiaries, name the person who will administer your estate, and provide greater clarity for your family.
Clearly state who will care for your minor children and who will inherit your home and assets, removing guesswork for your loved ones.
Appoint someone you trust to manage your estate and ensure your final wishes are honored exactly as written.
While a simple will doesn't avoid probate, a well-crafted will provides clear instructions for your executor and the court during the probate administration process.
Founding attorney Scott Hoh brings over 25 years of experience to every family he serves. Deeply rooted in Berks County, Scott understands that estate planning isn't just about documents—it's about the people you love and the community you call home.
At Resolution Law Group, we strip away the intimidating legal jargon. We sit down with you, listen to your concerns, and craft a personalized plan that provides absolute clarity. When you work with us, you're not just getting a generic form; you're gaining a dedicated legal partner for your family's future.
25+
Years Serving Eastern PA Families
We believe that creating your will should bring peace of mind, not confusion. Our straightforward process makes protecting your family easy.
We start by listening. We'll discuss your family structure, assets, and goals to understand exactly what you need to protect.
Our team drafts your customized Last Will and Testament, ensuring every detail aligns with Pennsylvania law and your specific wishes.
We review the documents together in plain English. Once everything is perfect, we execute the documents to make them legally binding.
A will is often just one part of a larger strategy. Explore our other legal services designed to protect your family and legacy.
Clear answers to common questions about wills and estate planning in PA.
If you die without a valid will in Pennsylvania, you are considered to have died “intestate.” Pennsylvania law then determines how your probate assets are distributed rather than allowing you to leave those instructions in a will. The outcome depends on your surviving family members and circumstances, which is one reason creating a will can provide greater clarity for the people you leave behind.
No. A will does not automatically avoid probate in Pennsylvania. Assets controlled by the will generally pass through the probate process. However, a clear and properly coordinated will can provide instructions for administering the estate, while other planning tools such as trusts, beneficiary designations, and certain forms of joint ownership may allow some assets to transfer outside probate.
Consider reviewing your will after significant changes in your life or family, such as marriage, divorce, the birth or adoption of a child, the death of a beneficiary, major changes in your assets, a move to Pennsylvania, or a change in the person you want to handle your estate. Even when no major event occurs, periodically reviewing your will can help ensure that it still reflects your wishes and works with the rest of your estate plan.
Pennsylvania law does not require every will to be prepared by an attorney. However, a will needs to meet applicable legal requirements and should work properly with your assets, beneficiaries, family circumstances, and broader estate plan. Online forms may create a basic document, but they cannot always account for those individual considerations. An estate-planning attorney can help you understand your options and create a plan tailored to your goals.
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