A Request for Estate Planning Documents and Information is a formal request for documents and information related to estate planning. Estate planning is the process of preparing for the transfer of one's assets and property after death. The documents and information requested could include a will, trust documents, life insurance policies, bank account information, investment records, business documents, and other related documents. Types of Request for Estate Planning Documents and Information include requests for documents related to a specific estate plan, such as a will, trust, or power of attorney; requests for documents related to a specific estate-planning goal, such as tax planning; and requests for documents related to estate administration, such as probate documents and inventory of assets.