Lawyer in Valparaiso, Indiana: Trusts and Estates
A Commitment to Personal Service and Attention
When you need to create a plan for the division of your property or the guardianship of your minor children in the event of your death, you want an attorney who will take the time to help you understand the different tools available to help you meet your goals. You also want a lawyer who understands that your situation is unique and who will work with you to tailor an estate plan that accomplishes your individual objectives.
At the office of Richard P. Busse, Attorney at Law, in Valparaiso, I work closely with individuals and families throughout Northwest Indiana who want to establish and implement clear and effective plans for the distribution of assets and the protection of minor children, in the event of death. I place a high priority on personal service and attention, making certain that you work directly with me throughout the development of your estate plan. As a small business owner of more than 35 years, I understand the importance to protecting the legacy you worked so hard to build. Contact me or call me at 219-263-0309 (toll-free at 866-535-4789) for a private meeting to discuss your estate planning needs.
My Trusts and Estates Practice
I advise individuals and families who are involved at all stages of estate planning, whether you have just recognized that you need to establish and implement a plan or you believe revisions may be necessary or appropriate to an existing plan.
When you hire me to handle your estate planning, I will start by gathering as much information as I can about your estate planning goals, as well as your current financial situation. Once I understand your objectives, I will carefully explain the different strategies to you, including the use of wills and trusts, the re-titling of property, and the use of lifetime gifts.
Once you have determined which approach is in your best interests, I will prepare and review all documents necessary to put your plan in place, including:
- Simple wills - I will help you prepare and execute the necessary document to identify the disposition of your real and personal property, as well as investments.
- Trusts - I can help you set up a trust so that you can avoid the time and expense of having your estate go through the probate process. I can prepare living or testamentary trusts, revocable or irrevocable trusts, and special needs trusts.
- Powers of attorney - I can help you implement the necessary measures to designate someone to act on your behalf in the event or your inability to do so. I can prepare a general or limited power of attorney.
- Living wills or advance medical directives - I can help you identify a person to make medical decisions on your behalf or put directives in place that specify whether certain procedures will be used to keep you alive.
I also advise individuals on strategies to protect assets (in the event of long-term care costs), as well as business succession planning.
To set up a confidential meeting, contact my office or call me at 219-263-0309 (toll-free at 866-535-4789). I provide efficient legal counsel at reasonable rates.