Trust Issues: Born from Group Projects

Recently, I had to work in a group for a project that was dreadful. We’ve all been there. You know the type — you’re out here writing the entire paper, organizing the slides, and presenting the project while your teammates contribute nothing but moral support and vibes. They’re probably sitting there doing actually nothing, waiting for you to “just send it over when it’s done.”

It’s practically a rite of passage at this point. Teachers, professors, and bosses must have a secret meeting where they decide that the only way to “build character” is to make us suffer through group projects with people who think “teamwork” means showing up five minutes before the deadline to say, “Wait, what are we doing again?”

But thankfully, not all teams are built to let you down — enter ACEMaven Legal’s Dream Team.

However, just like in a group project, too many “leaders” can cause chaos. When multiple people are trying to take charge, deadlines get missed, progress stalls, and no one knows whose opinion wins. The same can happen in estate planning — when you name multiple agents or decision-makers, even the best intentions can turn into disagreements and delays. Everyone might want what’s best, but if they don’t agree on what that looks like, your “group project” (a.k.a. your estate) can grind to a halt.

That’s why having clear roles and one unified plan matters. A well-structured estate plan keeps everyone on the same page — and ensures your wishes actually get carried out instead of debated like who forgot to submit the PowerPoint.

Here, collaboration actually works. When you work with us, you’re joining a team that’s got one shared goal: making sure your wishes are met and your Estate Plan is solid, so that even if you’re incapacitated or gone, your plan doesn’t flop like your group project presentation in sophomore year.

Think of it like this group project:

• Angela (your attorney) is the team leader who makes sure your documents are airtight.

• Bella (me!), your legal assistant, handles the prep work, organization, and administrative tasks that make everything come together.

  
  

• You, of course, are the project manager — you get the final say, sign off on the masterpiece, and take full credit for having your life together.

  
  

Together, we’ll plan for the worst so you can live your best — and while we can’t give you an “A+,” we can give you the peace of mind that comes with a really well-executed estate plan.

This is honestly the best team I’ve ever worked with… the only person missing is you! So don’t let your future self (or your estate) down — connect with us today to schedule your consultation and let’s start your last (and best) group project.