Ancillary Probate Being licensed to practice in Alaska and Colorado, Mr. Williams can handle probate matters in both states.  Sometimes, an out-of-state decedent will have real property in Alaska or Colorado.  In order to sell or transfer the realty, an ancillary probate proceeding may be required to transfer the property.  This is known as an … Continue reading “Ancillary Probate”

A power of attorney is an “advance directive” naming another person (your “agent”) to make decisions and act for you. We prepare separate powers of attorney for financial decisions and for medical decisions. In most cases, Powers of attorney should avoid the need for a court proceeding to establish a guardianship and/or conservatorship (links to … Continue reading “Powers of Attorney”

Most simply, a trust is one person holding an asset for another. There are many types of trusts which range in complexity, but a revocable living trust is the most common type of trust employed in a standard estate plan. If we decide a revocable living trust is appropriate for your estate plan, we will … Continue reading “Trusts”

An estate plan is a roadmap that guides you and your family through major life events. It determines how you and your loved ones will be taken care of if you are incapacitated, where your property will go at your death, and who will carry out your wishes. The documents included in an estate plan … Continue reading “Estate Planning”

Elder law encompasses all aspects of planning for aging, illness, and incapacity, and death. Many of our practice areas fall under the broad umbrella of Elder Law. We pride ourselves in accommodating our elderly clients and can provide in-home meetings for your convenience when necessary. Estate Planning: Ensuring that your estate is in order is … Continue reading “Elder Law”

Probate most generally describes the legal process by which the assets of a deceased person are distributed. A probate proceeding may be needed depending on the value and nature of estate assets. We help families determine whether probate is needed and guide them through the necessary procedures. We most often assist the personal representative (or … Continue reading “Probate”

A will provides instructions for the collection, division, and distribution of your assets at death. It nominates a personal representative (or “executor”) to carry out your directions. While the proper execution of a will with witnesses and a notary is an important part of the process, the contents of the will is equally important. We … Continue reading “Wills”

If proper powers of attorney are not in place for an incapacitated person, a court proceeding may be necessary to appoint a guardian and/or conservator to make medical and financial decisions. Removing a person’s most basic decision-making rights over self and property requires a court hearing. We know the strict procedural requirements for obtaining guardianship … Continue reading “Guardianships & Conservatorships”