Dear Friend,

When Tom and Sarah walked into my office, I could see the worry etched on their faces. They were loving parents to two young children, and like most parents, their greatest fear wasn’t about themselves—it was about what would happen to their kids if the unthinkable were to happen. Tom spoke first, his voice heavy with concern. “Mike, we’ve thought about this over and over, and we’re terrified that if something happens to us, our kids could end up with someone we wouldn’t choose. We want to make sure they’re raised by the right people, not just whoever the court picks.”

Tom and Sarah’s fear wasn’t just hypothetical—it was real and all too common. I could feel the weight of their anxiety. They weren’t just planning for their own futures; they were trying to protect their children from being uprooted and placed in the care of someone who might not share their values, beliefs, or parenting style. They had close family members they trusted, but they’d also heard horror stories of kids ending up in the wrong hands because the parents hadn’t properly outlined and documented their wishes.

Tom and Sarah’s biggest fear was that the wrong relatives—ones who didn’t align with their parenting philosophy, their values, or their hopes for their children—would end up raising their kids. They knew that without proper legal documentation, the court could make decisions that didn’t reflect their wishes. The idea of their children losing not just them but also the stability and love of the right guardians was unbearable.

The Solution: Securing Guardianship and Peace of Mind

I knew immediately that Tom and Sarah needed a plan that would protect their children, no matter what. I started by walking them through a comprehensive guardianship plan. We discussed their values, their vision for their children’s future, and exactly who they trusted to raise their kids. They were relieved to know that we could legally document their wishes, leaving no room for confusion or court intervention.

With these protections in place, Tom and Sarah’s fears were finally put to rest. They knew that if the worst happened, their children would be raised by the people who understood and loved them in the way they wanted. They no longer had to worry about the courts making the wrong call or their kids being placed in the care of someone who didn’t share their values.

Don’t Leave Your Children’s Future to Chance

Tom and Sarah left my office with a newfound peace of mind, knowing they had done everything they could to protect their children’s future. They were no longer haunted by the thought of their kids being caught in a custody battle or ending up with the wrong guardians. They had a solid plan in place that ensured their wishes would be honored, no matter what.

If you’ve ever worried about who would raise your children if something happened to you, you’re not alone. It’s a conversation no parent wants to have, but it’s one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family. Without the right legal documents, your children’s future could be left in the hands of the court—and the decisions made may not align with your wishes.

If you share Tom and Sarah’s concerns, call Bascom Law today at (770) 285-5493 to schedule a consultation. We’ll help you create a guardianship plan that protects your children and honors your wishes. Don’t leave your kids’ future to chance—take action now so they are cared for by the people you trust most.

Your children deserve the best, and we’re here to help make that happen.

Sincerely and Thanks,

Mike Bascom

Bascom Law, PC

Estate Planning & Elder Law