Estates, Wills & Trusts

Our estates, wills and trusts legal team at Monteith Ritsma Phillips understands how crucial it is to plan ahead with a proper will and estate plan. Our experienced wills and estate lawyers are prepared to discuss all aspects of estate planning. We work collaboratively with you to outline and document your direction to guarantee full compliance with your wishes after your death, including such concerns as:

• Children

• Guardians

• Special needs child’s trusts

• Trust funds Education funds

• Charitable bequests

• Life leases

• Family farm transfer

• Will distribution of personal effects

• Detailing of wills and both kinds of powers of attorney (Personal Care and Continuing Power of Attorney for Property)

• Assistance and advice regarding who to appoint

• Preparation and attendance on execution of Wills and Power of Attorney documents

• Applications for Guardianship of property or personal care for incapacitated persons

We provide safe storage of these important papers in a fire-safe vault at our office.

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Contact our Estates, Wills & Trusts legal team to learn how proper planning today can mitigate future disputes and significant legal costs down the road.

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