Estate Planning & Probate

Schuylkill County Estate Planning Lawyer

Establishing a Thorough & Complete Estate Plan

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 can put your mind at ease as it prevents many future conflicts. In the absence of a will, a probate judge will dictate distribution of assets and govern decisions about your care.

Our Schuylkill County estate planning attorney at 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 also prepare power of attorney documents and living will health care directives for the living.

Experienced Estate Probate Administration Attorney

With more than 60 years of experience under our belt, we are committed to providing reliable advice on estate planning issues.

We are very versed in elder law issues in Pennsylvania including Medicaid and long term care needs and the applicability of the 5 year (60 month) look back period from the state estate recovery department as well as Medicare coverage.

We are highly knowledgeable at the necessary components to include in the estate plan. We take the time to discuss goals with clients to create a will that is easy to interpret while covering all contingencies.

We can also take the time to answer all of your questions and address your concerns. Will only your children inherit, or grandchildren too? How will assets be distributed? What if you are incapacitated and require long-term care?

A properly written will typically include:

  • 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.

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.
  • Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts
  • 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.

Estate & Probate Administration Lawyer

Our Schuylkill County estate planning lawyer assists those who are named executor in a will or wish to be 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, preparing inheritance tax (form 1500) return form, and filing taxes.

Our firm also walks clients through the process to explain their legal obligations and expedite probate and estate administration. In the event of legal challenges to the will, we are prepared to bring claims or defend the estate in court. When you meet with us for the first time, you can trust that we will take the time to understand your goals and needs.


Call us anytime 24/7 at (888) 268-0023 to set up your case consultation.


 

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