FAQs

Estate planning is the process of creating legal documents to manage your assets and healthcare decisions if you become incapacitated or pass away. It's important because it ensures your wishes are followed and helps your loved ones avoid the lengthy probate process.

A typical estate plan generally includes several key documents: a will, one or more trusts, powers of attorney, and advanced healthcare directives.

The main difference between a trust and a will is that a trust allows for asset management and distribution without court involvement, whereas a will requires the probate process to be executed.

A power of attorney is a legal document that gives a person the authority to make financial or healthcare decisions on your behalf if you're unable to do so.

An advance directive is a document that focuses on your preferences for medical treatment in situations where you're not able to communicate these wishes yourself.

Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person's estate is settled. This includes distributing their assets and paying off any outstanding debts.

The duration of probate can vary significantly depending on the complexity of the estate. It typically ranges from several months to over a year in more complicated cases.

Trust administration involves the process of managing and distributing assets held within a trust according to the terms specified in the trust document.

Guardianship may be necessary for minors or adults who are unable to manage their personal affairs due to incapacity or other limiting factors.

A beneficiary representative acts on behalf of beneficiaries during estate or trust administration, making sure their rights and interests are protected during the process.

Estate A dministration involves managing all aspects of settling an estate, including asset inventory, debt payment, and distribution.

Our law firm provides general counsel, contract review, LLC setup, succession planning, and compliance support.

Our law firm assists with choosing a structure, drafting agreements, filing documents, and obtaining necessary licenses.

Business Succession Planning involves preparing for the transfer of business ownership in case of retirement, death, or sale.

Yes, ongoing counsel manages risks, ensure compliance, and helps with growth.