Call Today For a Free Consultation!
Bittner Law LLC

Experienced Representation

Expert Will Planning in New Jersey

Don't Leave Your Family's Future to New Jersey Law

Without a will, New Jersey law decides how your assets are distributed and who raises your children. Get comprehensive will planning tailored to your family's needs with transparent flat-fee pricing.

Trusted By Clients Throughout New Jersey

10+ Years Experience
Client Rating
JAG Army Reserve Captain

Transparent, Flat-Fee Will Services

Know exactly what you're paying before we begin. No hidden costs, no surprises.

Will (Single)

$600

Individuals with straightforward assets

Wills (Married Couple)

$950

Spouses coordinating estate plans

These are baseline flat fees. The final fee may change depending on the complexity of the matter after your initial consultation.

Types of Wills We Prepare

We create the right will for your specific situation, ensuring your wishes are legally protected.

Last Will and Testament

The foundational document for directing how your assets are distributed and who cares for your minor children.

  • Guardian nominations for children
  • Asset distribution instructions
  • Executor appointments
  • Specific bequests and gifts
  • Funeral and burial instructions
  • Pet care provisions

Living Will (Advance Directive)

Ensures your medical wishes are respected if you become unable to communicate your healthcare decisions.

  • Life support preferences
  • Resuscitation instructions (DNR)
  • Pain management wishes
  • Artificial nutrition/hydration decisions
  • Organ donation choices
  • Religious considerations

Pour-Over Will

Works alongside your trust to catch any assets that weren't transferred during your lifetime, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

  • Trust coordination
  • Asset catch-all protection
  • Simplified probate process
  • Trust funding completion
  • Guardian and executor appointments

Joint / Mutual Will

Coordinated planning for married couples who want unified, consistent estate plans with shared goals.

  • Coordinated spouse planning
  • Consistent beneficiary treatment
  • Protection against unilateral changes
  • Unified family planning
  • Tax optimization strategies
  • Asset protection strategies

Our Will Creation Process

A simple, straightforward process to protect your family's future.

1

Free Consultation

Discuss your family situation, assets, concerns, and goals in a no-obligation meeting.

2

Custom Will Design

We draft a comprehensive, personalized document tailored to your specific needs.

3

Review & Finalize

Review the document together and make any adjustments to ensure it reflects your wishes.

4

Execution & Storage

Properly execute your will for legal validity and receive secure storage guidance.

What Happens Without a Will?

New Jersey's intestacy laws take control. Your spouse may only receive a limited portion of your assets, and the state decides who raises your children.

Court-Appointed Guardians

Without guardianship designations, courts decide who raises your minor children through a potentially lengthy process — and the result may not match your wishes.

State-Determined Distribution

Your assets are distributed according to a rigid state formula, with no consideration for your personal relationships, promises, or family dynamics.

Extended Probate Process

Without clear instructions, the probate process becomes longer and more expensive, delaying when your family can access the assets they need.

Complex Asset Complications

Businesses, real estate, and other complex assets face significant complications without clear distribution instructions in a properly drafted will.

Hear From Our Clients

“From our very first conversation, it was clear that Mark genuinely cares about his clients. He is incredibly personable, approachable, and attentive — not once did I feel like "just another case." He took the time to listen, explain every step of the process in detail, and always made sure I felt supported and informed.”

Christina Pettola

“I had the pleasure of working with Mark Bittner for my international estate planning, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. Mark handled my case with exceptional expertise, particularly in navigating the complexities of cross-border asset distribution. His deep knowledge of international estate law was evident, as he provided clear, well-informed guidance that made a potentially overwhelming process feel manageable and secure.”

Biswajit Sandilya

Serving Clients Across New Jersey

We provide will planning services throughout the following counties.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wills

Have questions about wills in New Jersey? Find answers below or contact us for a personalized consultation.

Without a will, New Jersey's intestacy laws control how your assets are distributed. Your spouse receives a limited portion, and remaining assets go to children per state formula. This can potentially force the sale of your home and cause significant financial hardship for your family.
While it's technically possible, DIY wills carry significant risk. They are frequently rejected by courts due to technical errors, unclear language, or improper execution, which can result in intestacy plus expensive legal battles that far exceed the cost of professional preparation.
Without a guardianship designation in your will, the court decides who raises your children through a potentially lengthy process where relatives may contest custody. A judge may ultimately choose someone contrary to your preferences.
A professionally prepared will costs hundreds to a few thousand dollars. Not having one can result in tens of thousands in probate fees, legal battles, and lost assets — plus significant emotional trauma for your family.
You should update your will immediately after major life changes such as marriage, divorce, birth of children, significant asset changes, or relocation to another state. An outdated will can sometimes be worse than having no will at all.
A properly drafted, professionally executed will with specific protective clauses rarely faces successful contests. Professional preparation protects your original wishes from challenges and provides the legal framework to resist disputes.

Protect Your Family's Future Today

Schedule a free, no-obligation consultation to discuss your will planning needs. We come to your home, meet virtually, or handle by phone.

Free Consultation Call Now