Aspen Legal Services
Estate Planning
Preparing your personal and financial affairs so your wishes are honored during incapacity or after death.
A strong estate plan brings clarity, protects your assets, and eases the burden on your loved ones.
Life is unpredictable, but your families future doesn't have to be.
WILLS
Starting at $700
A will allows you to clearly outline how your property and belongings should be distributed after you pass away. It also enables you to designate guardians for minor children and appoint an executor to manage and settle your estate. Working with an estate planning attorney ensures your will is legally valid, accurately reflects your wishes, and helps minimize potential disputes or confusion for your loved ones.
TRUSTS
Starting at $1500
Trusts are a powerful estate planning tool that allow you to protect your assets and manage their distribution according to your instructions. They can help avoid probate, maintain privacy, provide for loved ones with specific conditions, and ensure long-term security for beneficiaries. An estate planning attorney can help you choose and establish the right type of trust—whether a living trust, special needs trust, or another option—to meet your unique needs.
ESTATE DISPUTES
When disputes arise over an estate—between family members, executors, or other parties—an estate attorney can provide guidance and representation. They assist in negotiating settlements, resolving conflicts, and protecting your rights, helping ensure that assets are distributed fairly and according to the law.
PROBATE
Without proper planning, an estate may be subject to probate—a public, court-supervised process that can be time-consuming and costly. Effective estate planning can help minimize or avoid probate altogether. If you are navigating probate, our attorneys provide guidance and representation to help you manage the process and achieve the best possible outcome.
POWERS OF ATTORNEY
Powers of attorney allow you to appoint trusted individuals to make financial or medical decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so. An estate planning attorney can help ensure these documents are properly prepared, reducing the risk of confusion or disputes and providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
ADVANCED DIRECTIVE or LIVING WILL
An advance healthcare directive, or living will, allows you to clearly communicate your preferences for medical treatment, life-sustaining care, and end-of-life decisions. Working with an estate planning attorney ensures these documents are properly prepared, helping prevent confusion or disputes and giving your loved ones guidance during difficult times.
BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS
Certain accounts, such as life insurance policies and retirement plans, allow you to name beneficiaries directly. Keeping these designations current helps ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes. An estate planning attorney can help you properly prepare and review these designations, reducing the risk of confusion or disputes for your loved ones.
TAX & ASSET PROTECTION PLANNING
Strategic estate planning can help reduce potential estate taxes and protect your assets for future generations. Careful planning ensures your wealth is preserved and passed on according to your wishes, while minimizing financial burdens for your heirs.
ESTATE PLAN REVIEW
An estate plan should be reviewed and updated regularly to reflect life changes such as marriage, the birth of children, home purchases, or significant financial events. Regular updates help ensure your plan continues to align with your wishes and provides the intended protection for your loved ones.
An estate involves many complex considerations, including planning, taxes, administration, potential litigation, and key appointments. An experienced estate attorney can help navigate these matters, ensuring every aspect is addressed and your wishes are fully protected. Call Aspen Legal Services for a Free Consultation!
