Manhattan Estate Planning Lawyers
Estate planning is an essential step in safeguarding your assets and ensuring your family’s future is secure. This area of law encompasses various tools designed to address a wide range of life situations, from drafting wills and trusts to establishing powers of attorney and healthcare directives. Whether you are planning for the distribution of your estate, protecting loved ones, or preparing for potential incapacities, a tailored estate plan provides peace of mind and clarity for the road ahead.
Our experienced attorneys in the Manhattan office are dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of estate planning. We take the time to understand your unique circumstances and goals, offering personalized solutions that reflect your wishes. From creating comprehensive plans for high-value estates to addressing specific concerns like guardianship or charitable giving, we provide guidance every step of the way. With our help, you can take proactive measures to protect what matters most and build a lasting legacy for your family.
Kansas Estate Planning FAQ
What is the difference between a will and a trust?
A will outlines how your assets should be distributed after your death and appoints guardians for minor children if necessary. A trust, on the other hand, involves transferring your assets to a legal entity managed by a trustee. Trusts allow for asset management both during your lifetime and after your death and can avoid the probate process.
Do I need an estate plan if I already have a will?
Yes, a comprehensive estate plan includes more than just a will. It may involve trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to manage your affairs during your lifetime and after your death. A will is part of the plan but not the whole picture.
Serving the Central Kansas Region
Our services include, but are not limited to the following:
Trusts and Estate Administration
A well-structured estate administration plan often uses trusts to protect your assets, minimize taxes, and allow beneficiaries to receive an inheritance as you intended. Trust administration involves overseeing assets, distributing them to beneficiaries, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. The process can be complex, and our experienced lawyers know to how to develop and manage your estate in a way that will protect and honor your legacy.
Wills and Probate
Creating a will is important for ensuring your property is distributed according to your wishes after your passing. This legal document outlines how assets like cash, real estate, or personal items should be handled.
Probate is the legal process of distributing a decedent’s assets through a Probate Court, and getting all debts, taxes, and disputes resolved before heirs receive their inheritance. Key steps include filing a petition, notifying heirs and creditors, inventorying and appraising the estate, and distributing the remaining assets as designated in a will or per Kansas intestacy laws.
Conservatorship and Guardianship
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Addair Law has attorneys who work exclusively in estate planning. This level of focus allows them to master the small details that can make such a big difference in both the development and the implementation of a good estate plan. We’ve been serving clients throughout Riley, Clay, Saline, Shawnee, and Wabaunsee counties since 2005. Our lawyers have seen a lot of different situations and they understand the right way to go about addressing them and protecting your interests.
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We serve both English-speaking and Spanish-speaking clients, and we also regularly work with military families through Fort Riley and elsewhere. We understand the unique issues that arise for military families when creating their estate plans.
Whatever your life situation and whatever your hopes for your legacy, we’re here to help. Call (785) 645-2732 today.