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Trusts, estate planning and probate can be confusing. That's why our team is experienced in business, elder law and estate planning - so you don't have to be. We follow the latest trends and legal updates to help clients plan ahead and protect what's important. Read more on our blog, then contact us for options or advice on your needs. 

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What is estate planning?

Estate planning makes sure that you and your loved ones are cared for in the manner that you want at a time when you can’t express your wishes because you are incapacitated or have passed away.  Estate Planning involves techniques and tools to minimize or eliminate costs, expenses, and taxes for your loved ones.  We can help keep the family from getting bogged down in the court system, protect your children’s inheritance in case they get a divorce or go through a lawsuit, and protect a surviving spouse from a predatory marriage.  Estate planning gives you the power to protect your family, even when you can’t be there for them.  Good estate planning will also make it easier on your loved ones when you pass away and make sure they aren’t left with a mess at the worse time possible.  The documents commonly used when doing estate planning are a durable power of attorney for financial affairs, a power of attorney for healthcare, a living will, HIPAA authorization, a last will and testament, and sometimes things like trusts or transfer on death deeds may be used to help accomplish goals. 

What’s the difference between a Will and a Living Will?

A Last Will and Testament (or Will) is a death document.  This provides the instructions of who you want to handle things and where you want things to go upon your death.  You can include a guardian for minor children, trusts for children or spouses, and much more.  A Living Will is medical document regarding life sustaining treatment measures that can instruct your healthcare providers how you want your medical treatment handled if you cannot express your wishes yourself.

What is elder law planning?

Elder law planning is the planning done for long-term care as we age.  Specifically, we focus on asset protection planning for when, not if, a long-term care event strikes.  Even if someone is in a nursing home, it’s not too late to do asset protection planning. 

What is business planning?

Business planning from the legal side includes everything from business formation for a startup, protecting and increasing value through solid contracts, employee training, and monetizing intellectual property, to business succession planning and transitions.  While business owners are inarguably smart and capable people who like to get stuff done and often are doing things themselves, our business attorneys can help navigate the ever-increasing tax and legal requirements of running a business, and help make sure what you have built stays protected from lawsuits and minimizes taxes.  We believe good business planning helps build your business and private wealth up and protects it so it can’t be torn down, especially by other lawyers or the IRS.  

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Protect the Farm from Nursing Home Costs, Children's Divorces, Taxes and Family Fights

Protect Your Life Savings from the Devastating Costs of Nursing Home Care

 

What Every Doctor & Healthcare Professional Needs to Know About Asset Protection Planning

 

Guides & Pamphlets

Strategies to Tackle the Unpredictable Future

Learn more about some basic strategies to simplify estate planning.

Estate Planning Essentials 

Many people think they don’t need an estate plan. They say to themselves “Only wealthy people need estate plans,” or “Estate planning is only for old people and I’m still young,” or “I’m too busy right now but maybe someday I’ll make a plan.” The truth is that everyone should have an estate plan of their own and they should do it sooner rather than later. Download our booklet to learn more.

Six Major Mistakes to Avoid When Selecting an Estate Planning Attorney

Estate planning isn’t easy and it shouldn’t be done lightly. The consequences of making a bad decision in this area won’t be felt until you’re gone or unable to manage your affairs. And, unlike bad financial decisions, which you might correct while you’re alive, you will not be in a position to remedy estate planning mistakes. Download our guide by clicking the link above to learn more.

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