Denver Wills and Trusts Attorneys
Living Wills - Trusts - Simple Wills - Advance Directives
Many people believe that only the wealthy establish trusts. While most wealthy people do have trusts as part of their estate plans, trusts are often used by people with more modest estates as well. Well-drafted trust instruments, used with a will, can preserve more of the estate and provide clear direction to the heirs.
Our lawyers provide comprehensive estate planning information and services. We develop packages of wills and trusts tailored to specific client needs and objectives. For more information about setting up a trust and drafting a will, contact our Colorado estate planning attorneys. From our offices in Denver, we serve Vail, Aspen, Colorado Springs, and beyond.
There is a trust instrument for almost any set of circumstances, whatever your need. Three of the most common are:
- Revocable living trusts
- Qualified personal residence trusts
- Irrevocable life insurance trusts
These trusts, used with a pour-over will, preserve assets, protect homes from creditors, and prevent children from receiving benefits before they are ready. A person with a fully integrated estate plan that includes these elements knows his or her passing will not be a cause of uncertainty and dispute for loved ones.
Wills are often used to name guardians for minor children. Families with disabled children should also consider a special needs trust that will pay for the care the child will need throughout his or her lifetime.
Accompanying a will and trust are other estate planning documents such as living wills, health care powers of attorney, HIPAA authorizations, and advance directives. These documents work together to make your wishes about end-of-life care known. They authorize another person to represent you in decisions about your medical care and to receive your medical records.
Our lawyers can advise on all these matters. We create combinations of wills and trusts focused on each client's situation. For more information on wills and trusts, contact our Denver law firm.
