Pottsville, Pennsylvania Estate Planning Services

Wills, Trusts, Living Wills and Probate Administration

A will simplifies the future, and everyone should have one. Even if you have few assets, putting your wishes in writing guarantees your intended heirs will inherit and saves legal costs in settling your estate. Estate planning is less costly than most people think, and prevents many future conflicts.

The estate planning attorneys of the Law Offices of Anthony Urban, P.C. can draft a plan that meets your individual needs, from a simple will to complex trusts to preserve assets, as well as estate administration when a loved one dies. We represent clients throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Experienced Wills and Trusts Lawyers
Our two attorneys extend 55 years of combined legal acumen to provide reliable advice on estate planning issues. We take the time to discuss goals with clients to create a will that is easy to interpret while covering all contingencies. Will only your children inherit, or grandchildren too? How will assets be distributed? What if you are incapacitated and require long-term care?

A legal will typically includes:

• A declaration of heirs and wishes (this can be updated at any time)
• A power of attorney designating someone to handle your personal affairs if you are ill
• An advance care directive ("living will") regarding life support wishes, and a medical power of attorney to make medical decisions on your behalf

In the absence of a will, a probate judge will dictate distribution of assets and govern decisions about your care.

We can also create trusts to serve various purposes:

• An A-B trust or "living trust" to manage assets while you are alive, and transfer assets to a spouse upon death
• A special needs trust for children or family member who cannot manage their own affairs
• A minor child trust that avoids lump sum inheritance
• Charitable trusts and many other arrangements

Clients sometimes wish to disinherit a particular child or relative, or to will assets to someone outside the family. We often videotape such a declaration and have it signed and notarized on camera to prevent probate litigation.

Probate Administration and Will Contests
The Law Offices of Anthony Urban, P.C. assists those who are named executor in a will or appointed by the court to settle the estate of a family member or friend. We assist in accounting of assets, distribution to heirs, payment of debts, and filing taxes. We walk clients through the process to explain their legal obligations and expedite the administration.

In the event of legal challenges to the will, our veteran trial lawyers are prepared to bring claims or defend the estate in court.

Contact our Pottsville or Mahanoy City offices to discuss our Pennsylvania estate planning services to draft or update your will. Find out why many clients refer us to friends and family. Evening and weekend appointments available.