Wills & Trusts

Protecting your family, on paper and in practice.

A revocable trust, a properly drafted will, and the right powers of attorney are the foundation of a legacy that transfers cleanly — without probate delay, public exposure, or family disputes.

What we structure

Revocable Living Trusts

Keep control of your assets during life, avoid probate at death, and pass property privately to your chosen heirs.

Irrevocable Trusts

Asset protection, estate-tax planning, and Medicaid planning for higher-net-worth families.

Simple & Pour-Over Wills

A clear legal record of your wishes, often paired with a trust for full coverage.

Powers of Attorney

Financial and medical POAs so a person you trust can act if you can't.

Advance Healthcare Directives

Document your medical wishes so loved ones aren't forced to guess.

Deed-Transfer Strategy

Transfer your primary home into trust the right way — preserving Prop 13 basis where it applies.

Who this is for

  • Homeowners who want to keep their property out of probate
  • Parents of minor children who need a guardian named and assets protected
  • Blended families who want clear, unambiguous inheritance
  • Business owners passing equity, real estate, or a practice to heirs
  • Anyone whose existing will hasn't been reviewed in 5+ years

Our process

  1. 01

    Private consultation

    We map your family, assets, and intent. No templates, no pressure.

  2. 02

    Plan design

    We recommend the right structure — trust type, beneficiaries, trustees, deed strategy — and explain the trade-offs.

  3. 03

    Drafting & signing

    Documents prepared, reviewed with you, and properly executed and notarized.

  4. 04

    Funding & coordination

    We coordinate deed transfers, beneficiary designations, and asset re-titling so the plan actually works at the moment it's needed.

Common questions

What's the difference between a will and a trust?

A will directs what happens after death and goes through probate — a public, court-supervised process. A revocable trust takes effect immediately, stays private, and avoids probate for the assets titled into it.

Do I still need a will if I have a trust?

Yes. A "pour-over" will catches anything not titled into the trust and names a guardian for minor children.

What is probate and why avoid it?

Probate is the court process that validates a will and distributes assets. It's public, can take 9–18 months, and typically costs 3–7% of the estate. A funded trust avoids it.

Can I change my trust later?

A revocable trust can be amended or revoked at any time while you're alive and competent. Irrevocable trusts have stricter rules — chosen on purpose for asset protection or tax benefit.

Next step

Ready to put your plan in place?

Schedule a private consultation. We'll review your situation and recommend the right structure — no pressure, no obligation.