Law Offices of Michael L. Carver


ESTATE PLANNING

Estate planning has become increasingly important as the tax and probate laws have become more complex. In recent years, there has been a substantial increase in litigation involving Wills, Trusts, and Probate. With proper estate planning, assets can be transferred from one generation to the next, with a minimum of attorney's fees, accountant's fees, probate costs, and litigation.

One of the most common estate planning methods utilized today is the "Living Trust." Open your newspaper, and you are sure to see an advertisement extolling the many benefits of living trusts. However, you consult with an experienced attorney who not only drafts living trusts, but who can also assist you with the post-death administration of the trust. All too often, living trusts are "sold" by inexperienced companies and forgotten about. This can actually be more expensive for your children than if you died without a Will. That is why we take the time to analyze your special situation and help you determine how best to implement your estate plan. We do not sell living trusts; we provide estate planning services. We take the time to discuss the pros and the cons of living trusts, and the alternatives, to help you decide the best method to carry out your wishes.

As part of our estate planning services, we offer:

  • Simple or Complex Wills
  • Simple Living Trusts
  • Nominations for Guardians
  • Certification of Trust
  • Nominations for Conservators
  • Deeds
  • Property Agreements
  • Transfer of assets to trust
  • Durable Powers of Attorney for:
    • Health Care
    • Property Management
  • Complex Living Trusts
  • Health Care
  • Irrevocable Trusts
  • Property Management
  • Life Insurance Trusts

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