My estate is simple. How much for a simple will?

Sorry, but there are no simple estates. Everybody has a unique family, unique set of assets, and unique needs, and so we begin the estate planning process by getting the information that we need from you and showing you what your estate looks like for your family if you die or are incapacitated. Unfortunately, a will only takes effect if you die, so we have other documents we prepare in our comprehensive planning to make sure that your family isn’t out of luck if you are incapacitated. Our plans are comprehensive and based on your unique needs. You will ultimately decide what those needs are. You can read more about the estate planning process and fee range here.

I prepared a will/trust online. Can you review it for me?

Candice could review it for you at her hourly rate, but there is a 99% chance that she will find some things seriously lacking in your estate plan and you’ll end up paying to prepare a new plan anyway. So then you’d end up paying more than you would to just go ahead and have Candice (or another experienced estate planning lawyer) prepare a proper plan for you from the get-go. We are happy to get paid for all that work, but you might want to rethink it. Here is more information about our estate planning services.

My loved one needs assisted living and we can’t afford it. Help?

We can definitely help. There are a variety of legal strategies we can use to protect any assets from being counted under the Medicaid and VA rules, and if Medicaid qualification is needed right away, we have legal strategies that will maximize your ability to spend down the estate by purchasing items that are allowable under the rules, excluding assets that may be excluded under the rules, and gifting in a way that takes into account any penalty period under the rules. The sooner you set up an appointment, the better. Here is more information.