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Some people feel uncomfortable meeting with an attorney to discuss their estate planning needs because of an unfamiliarity with the law. A good lawyer will discuss your available options in simple terms that a person with no legal training can comprehend. You can also relieve some of that hesitancy by familiarizing yourself with legal terminology before meeting with a qualified estate planning attorney to discuss the appropriate choices for you. The following is a short list of common legal terms that may come up in an estate planning meeting. Take just a few minutes to familiarize yourself with this list and keep it handy for future reference. Attorney-in-Fact: A person who is named under a Power of Attorney to act on behalf of another person. Beneficiary: A person or entity that receives a benefit from an estate, trust or asset transfer vehicle. Death Probate: The legal process used to assemble and transfer a decedent's assets to the intended beneficiaries and settle a decedent’s outstanding debts. Decedent