“You Can’t Take It With You.”

We are an Estate Planning Law Firm.

No matter what stage in life you are in, everyone needs an estate plan. A plan is different from person to person and can even change over time. A competent and knowledgeable attorney is crucial to creating a plan that is right for you.

Estate planning can be anything from a simple will to a complex trust. At Groneman Law Firm, our sole focus is estate planning. This specific focus ensures you will get the advice and services you need to have the right plan for you — no matter where you are in your journey.

When life changes, you can rely on us to keep up with you. Whether it is adding assets to your plan or starting anew, you will get the help you need to make sure your plan changes with you and nothing gets left behind.

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Estate Planning is for Everyone

Whether you are just starting out on your journey, are a seasoned traveler, or anywhere in between, we can help you have a plan that meets you where you are. At Groneman Law Firm, you will get the help you need to have the right plan in place.

Trusts

A trust is a legal tool that can protect your physical and financial assets. Trusts are often focused on distributing your estate after death and avoiding both potential family conflict and court intervention (called probate); however, different types of trusts can also address different complex tax and legal issues, offer asset protection while you are alive, and meet a variety of other unique goals. Trusts come in various forms and can quickly become a complex document in order to have the power and effect you need. We can help you protect and carry on your legacy by creating the specific type of trust that fits your needs and where you are. Life changes with time as will your estate plan and, when it does, you can be confident that Groneman Law Firm will help you along the way.

Wills

A will differs from a trust in that, although it can also delegate assets, it does not avoid court intervention known as probate. Although different from a trust in many ways, a will can still manage assets not included in a trust and provide your wishes for things that a trust cannot address, such as custody or guardianship of minor children. Certain types of wills can even act as a safeguard for assets acquired after a trust was formed to ensure any assets acquired later can still be handled according to the trust.

Sometimes people are at a stage of life where a trust isn’t necessary. A will is a valuable tool to still have a plan while avoiding the costs and complexities of a trust, yet still leaving you knowing that your legacy can carry on.

There are many other tools in estate plans that are often neglected, but no less important than a trust or will to protect not only your legacy. Together these tools can ensure your wishes are directed while you are still alive. These tools include general powers of attorney, health care directives, certifications of trusts, and various other critical pieces to an effective estate plan.

Each tool has a specific purpose and works together with the estate plan as a whole to ensure that all interests - from your assets to your health - are protected.

Health Care Directives, Powers of Attorney, and Other Important Tools

Prenuptial Agreements

Prenuptial agreements can be not only a valuable tool, but also a necessity for certain situations. Not all relationships may benefit from a prenuptial agreement; whether a prenuptial agreement is necessary will depend on the couple’s individual circumstances and goals. When appropriate, however, they provide protection and assurance when it matters most.

Informal Probate

Informal Probate is the court process to manage a person’s estate if they pass away without a trust in place and there is little to no debate over who should act as Personal Representative, meaning the person in charge of managing the estate. This process informs a court of the person’s death, appoints another (often a family member) to act as Personal Representative and provides further orders when necessary. This process can quickly become complex as assets are accessed and distributed, creditors submit claims, and questions arise as to who is an heir. Probate is best handled by an experienced attorney to ensure the estate is properly managed.

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