Estate planning develops a plan so others can carry out your wishes in the event of your death or incapacity. Our unique estate planning process ensures that you, and those you trust, will be certain who is responsible for doing what, and where things are, when the time comes.
Your plan likely will contain documents such as a will or trust, power of attorney, and/or a healthcare directive/living will.
In addition to these documents, estate plans from our office will also include:
We also help you review the plan every three years to make sure that your wishes are respected and that your plan is always up to date.
Every adult needs a will, no matter their assets or stage of life. We will draft a legally binding will that protects your assets and your family. Your document will include traditional provisions, but is flexible - from pet care to donating to your favorite charity.
Trusts are a central component in many estate plans. They offer a level of asset protection for your heirs to protect your family’s legacy from being diffused by future divorce, creditors, or bankruptcies. They also avoid the costs of probate (time, money, lack of privacy, and lack of control).
It is essential for adults to have a living will. In the event that you become unable to communicate your wishes, your living will ensures that your medical preferences will be carried out.
Power of attorney identifies trusted family or friends and gives them limited or full authority to make financial or medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so.
We work with financial planners and tax professionals to plan for larger estates. For individuals with liability exposure from their professions or those wishing to protect their investments and legacy, we can help implement strategies to protect what is yours. This type of planning ensures that your legacy will be passed on to future generations of your family.
Legal Guardianship: You know best who should care for your loved ones. We’ll help you plan for the future so your family or children will be taken care of by guardians of your choice – not the choice of others.
Child Guardianship Plan: A specialized service that empowers temporary legal guardians to care for your children in short-term or emergency situations, before a longer-term legal guardianship can take effect.
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