SIMPLE ESTATE PLANNING CONSIDERATIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS
The Last Will and Testament, Powers of Attorney, and Living Will are three instruments that comprise a simple estate plan.
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Attorney Melvin O. Shaw counsels clients in the creation of Wills and Trusts. Attorney Shaw focuses on the objectives and needs expressed by each client and works with the client to create a comprehensive estate plan for the protection and benefit of a spouse, children, and other loved ones. Attorney Shaw provides advice on the use of general and durable powers of attorney, health care powers of attorney and living wills, gifting, revocable (living) trusts, special needs trusts, supplemental trusts for persons with medical and other disabilities, and irrevocable trusts. Attorney Shaw assists clients with issues related to the creation of guardianship and conservatorship in order to provide for the care of a person and the management of a person’s assets.
Our firm understands that open communication is vital when it comes to creating your comprehensive estate plan. In order to make sure that we understand your wishes, we consult with you about your property including giving you a questionnaire that may address assets you have not yet considered. After our consultation and your time with the questionnaire, we will meet with you again to verbally discuss and ultimately solidify your wishes.
We believe that the strong personal relationships we form with our clients gives them confidence in the future disposition of their assets. Please contact Melvin O. Shaw today for an initial consultation to discuss your legal needs and options. We have the knowledge of Iowa estate planning and probate law needed to help our clients reach their goals.
