 TITLE: What Is a Trust and How Can It Help Me? CONTENT: Seek Professional Help to Draft a Trust\n---------------------------------------\nIt's not always necessary to hire a trust attorney to draft a trust, but it's recommended. This is because an attorney understands all the ins and outs of the legal requirements to create one.\nAlso, an attorney can help by learning about your situation and recommending the right trust to best suit your needs, whether that's to minimize taxes, provide for your heirs, protect assets, make charitable donations or whatever else.\nThe cost of hiring a trust attorney can vary depending on the type of trust and your needs, but you can generally expect to pay at least $1,000.\nIf you're planning to hire an attorney, do an internet search for estate planning and trust attorneys in your area. You'll be able to read reviews from past customers and contact the office to find out about costs. Some websites, including Lawyers.com and FindLaw, can help you narrow down your list of options based on your specific needs. END