The death of pop superstar Michael Jackson has put attorneys that handle his business in the spotlight. It will also thrust the importance of family law attorneys to the forefront.

Many people don’t understand how family law effects them. They don’t understand that without a will, it will be left up to a judge to decide who will retain custody of your minor children, and how your assets will be divided.

With the “King of Pop” it seems that he at least had a will, which is more than most people can say. Estate planning is very important when you have children. Don’t you want to decide who will care for your children if you are not around?