Widows & Widowers

You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone.

Losing a spouse is one of the hardest things a person can go through. In addition to the grief, there are legal and financial questions that can feel impossible to face, like what happens to jointly held assets, whether your existing estate plan still works, and how to protect yourself and your family going forward.

You do not have to have all the answers right now. And you do not have to figure it out on your own.

Robin White provides compassionate, clear-eyed estate planning guidance for widows and widowers across the Memphis area. Whether you need to update an existing plan or start fresh, Robin will help you work through the process at your own pace, with the care and respect this moment deserves.

Why Updating Your Estate Plan After Losing a Spouse Matters

Your estate plan was likely built around a partnership. When that changes, your plan may need to change too. Taking the time to revisit your plan helps you:

Update your plan to reflect your current wishes and family structure.
Re-title, when necessary, jointly held assets, including real property, bank accounts, and investments.
Review and revise beneficiary designations on insurance policies and retirement accounts.
Appoint new powers of attorney for financial and healthcare decisions.
Revisit any trusts that were established jointly and determine whether they should be modified or replaced.
Plan for your own long-term care and future needs with a clear, independent strategy.

What to Expect When Working with Robin

Robin understands that timing matters. Some clients come to him weeks after a loss. Others wait months or even years. There is no wrong time to start, and Robin will never pressure you to move faster than you are ready. He will listen first, explain your options clearly, and help you build a plan that honors what you and your spouse built together while protecting the future for you and the ones you love.