Should I create a joint estate plan with my spouse?

Ultimately, this is a decision you must make after consulting with your estate planning attorney. For couples in long term marriages with only kids from that marriage, joint trusts are often the plan of choice. However, in blended families, it may be better for spouses to create plans that work in harmony with one another but that remain separate. Consulting with an experienced and qualified estate planning attorney will reveal the pros and cons of your various planning options.