Estate Planning / Probate
If you own property, have children, have health issues or wish to make a special bequest to a friend or relative, you should create or update your estate plan. At Neumann Law we will work closely with you to advise you of your legal options and help you understand the estate planning process.
Why is it so important to have a Will?
Almost 70 percent of people who perish had not prepared a Will. This can make a painful time even more difficult for those you love. When you don't have a Will . . .
- State law directs to whom and how the assets of your estate are distributed.
- The court appoints an administrator who distributes your estate according to statutes, not according to what or who was important to you.
What are the benefits of having a Comprehensive Estate Plan?
Much like a Will, an Estate Plan dictates what happens to your property in the event of your death. While you are alive, you remain in control and have the power to change the Plan at any time. Neumann Law assists clients in formulating estate plans tailored to their personal needs and situations. Each Estate Plan is as unique as the individual client. Our services include the preparation of. . .
- Living Trusts
- Last Will and Testaments
- Pour Over Wills
- Durable Powers of Attorney
- Designations of Patient Advocate
- Designations of Guardianship
How is an estate settled?
If the decedent owned property at the time of death, court proceedings must be instituted. This is typically done in the county in which the decedent resided or owned property. If the decedent did not have a Will, the court will apply a statutory distribution schedule. At Neumann Law our skill and knowledge of the nuances of probate law include . . .
- Informal Probate Proceedings
- Supervised Informal Probate Proceedings
- Supervised Probate Proceedings
What if my loved one lacks competency, but requires medical and/or financial supervision?
If an individual lacks competency to designate an advocate to make medical and/or financial decisions, we at Neumann Law can assist you with obtaining . . .
- Letters of Guardianship
- Letters of Conservatorship
At Neumann Law, our estate planning lawyers have over a quarter century of experience and will work hard to help you protect, preserve and plan for your future.
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