Wills, Trusts & Estates

Wills, Trusts & Estates

Handling wills, trusts or estates following the death of a loved one can be an overwhelming and confusing process. Our attorneys work hard to bring our clients peace of mind and clarity during this distressing time. Our legal team is familiar with the complex state and federal laws pertaining to the settlement and preparation of estates and client-specific estate plans. Whether you are the Personal Representative named in a will and need assistance with the probate process, or a relative concerned with how the estate is administered in accordance with a will, we can help.

We regularly assist clients in establishing estate plans and can provide advice regarding:

• Wills
• Advance Directives/Living Wills
• Durable Powers of Attorney
• Trusts
• Funeral Planning
• Charitable Contributions
• Tax Planning

The probate process can be a difficult and puzzling process for surviving family members. Our attorneys are adept at managing the estate administration process for our clients, and can assist the Personal Representative with all aspects of estate administration including:

• Opening the estate
• Defending the will
• Garnering assets
• Assisting with debt distribution
• Assisting with accountings
• Preparation of estate tax returns