Congratulations on deciding to get your legal affairs in order! It is very difficult for some people to face the fact that someday they will pass away. But estate planning often provides considerable relief to those who prepare in advance. It is also one of the greatest gifts you can leave your loved ones. If you make several important decisions now, it will ease the burden on your grieving loved ones and potentially eliminate conflict after you pass. You may also save substantial money by wisely planning up front instead of leaving it to your family to make difficult decisions, or leaving them to guess as to your wishes, when they are grieving.

Many people die without a will or other estate plan, and allow the state to make important decisions for them and their children without the benefit of their input. A thoughtful estate plan will give you peace of mind, along with savings of both time and money. Even though an estate plan does come with a price, the process does not have to be overly expensive or time-consuming, and your efforts will pay for themselves.

I am committed to helping you determine your goals and then meeting those goals in the most efficient way possible. There are numerous estate planning tools, and one size does not fit all. I believe in a tailor-made plan for each individual. Many people incorrectly assume that a will is a simple document that you can download off the Internet or from a formbook and fill in the blanks. Wills and other estate-planning devices, however, can be very technical and simply filling in the blanks may cause unfortunate, unintended consequences. It is usually worth the investment now to avoid these consequences that could later prove costly to your estate and beneficiaries.

I offer a wide range of estate planning vehicles including wills, trusts, living trusts, powers of attorney, living wills, and remains directives. I also handle probate, conservatorship and guardianship matters. I encourage you to browse the website and learn more. I look forward to talking with you soon.