Estate Planning and Probate

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No one likes talking about death and wills, but as grim and sad as the circumstances can be surrounding these topics, they’re necessary to ensuring your loved ones know what to do when you’re not around. To put it simply: Estate planning is the best way you can still look out for your family after you’re gone or no longer able to do so yourself.

The Louisville estate planning attorneys at Eastend Elder Law can help you prepare the following:

  • Wills, which allow you to name an executor to carry out the distribution of your estate. This person ensures that beneficiaries receive the property you wish them to receive.
  • Trusts, which can protect the assets you wish to transfer to someone, such as a minor child, but remain in the care of a third party.
  • Powers of attorney, which allow you to give someone authority to manage your finances when you are incapacitated, such as by a coma or mental disease.
  • Advanced medical directives, which are in effect as long as you’re still alive. These give your family members instructions on how to make medical decisions for you when you’re incapacitated – such as whether or not to keep you on life support.
  • Guardianship, which establishes who will be the guardian for your children if you are no longer able to care for them due to death or incapacitation.

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Having a lawyer help you with estate planning is the only way you can be sure you and your property are treated as you see fit when you’re deceased or unable. Contact the Louisville estate planning lawyers at East End Elder and Probate Law and begin with a free consultation.

Probate Matters

We probate estates throughout the Commonwealth of Kentucky and have flexible payment options.  At East End Elder and Probate Law, you can be confident that you are hiring experienced probate attorneys.  

East End Elder and Probate Law

Located in Middletown, Kentucky

11921 Brinley Avenue, Suite 201, Louisville, Kentucky 40243, United States

(502) 785-5500

Your initial consultation is always free.

Probate F.A.Q.

Probate is the legal process of administering the estate of a deceased person. This involves identifying and valuing the assets of the deceased, paying any debts or taxes owed by the estate, and distributing the remaining assets to the heirs or beneficiaries.

No, not all estates need to go through probate. If the deceased person had a properly structured estate plan, such as a revocable living trust, the assets held in the trust can be distributed to the beneficiaries without going through probate.

A will is a legal document that outlines how a person’s assets will be distributed after their death. It also names an executor, the person responsible for carrying out the wishes outlined in the will.

Yes, everyone should have a will. A will ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your death. Without a will, the distribution of your assets will be determined by state law and may not reflect your wishes.

While it is possible to write your own will, it is generally not recommended. A will that is not properly drafted and executed may not be legally enforceable, which can lead to disputes among family members and delays in the distribution of assets. It is best to consult with an experienced estate planning attorney to ensure that your will is legally valid and reflects your wishes.

A living will, also known as an advance directive, is a legal document that outlines your wishes regarding medical treatment in the event that you are unable to make decisions for yourself. It may include instructions for life-sustaining treatments, such as ventilators and feeding tubes, and can also name a healthcare proxy, the person responsible for making medical decisions on your behalf.

A power of attorney is a legal document that gives someone else the authority to act on your behalf in certain situations. This can include managing your finances, making medical decisions, or conducting business transactions. It is important to choose someone you trust to act as your agent and to clearly define the scope of their authority in the document.

An attorney who specializes in probate and estate planning can provide valuable guidance and expertise throughout the process. They can help you create a comprehensive estate plan that reflects your wishes, minimize taxes and other costs, and ensure that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. They can also assist with the probate process, ensuring that all legal requirements are met and that disputes are resolved quickly and fairly.

East End Elder and Probate Law is an assumed name of Walker Law, PLLC