Legacy Leaders · 2026-06-17 · 28 min
Estate planning mistakes can create years of family conflict - but most of them are preventable. Don Ford is a board-certified probate and estate attorney and managing partner at Ford + Bergner. With decades of experience in estate planning, trusts, probate, and post-death administration, Don helps families protect their assets and avoid costly disputes after a loved one passes away. In this episode, Don shares the most common estate planning mistakes families make, the difference between wills and trusts, how probate works, and why blended families require intentional planning. He also explains how thoughtful estate planning can reduce conflict, preserve relationships, and create a lasting legacy of peace for future generations.
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