Probate/Estate Plans

Steve Scott

Attorney at Law

Serving Landlords, Individuals
and Small Businesses

Vanessa Reynolds

Legal Assistant

Estate Planning

Unless they have had to deal with the myriad of details arising upon the death of a relative or close friend, the probate process and estate planning are somewhat mysterious to most non-lawyers. We hope the information presented on the linked sub-pages will help de-mystify the subject. Topics covered are:

	The probate process, including the role of the Probate Division of the Circuit Court
	What happens to property when a person dies with no will
	The rights of a surviving spouse to a deceased spouse's property
	Wills, and why they are important
	Trusts as an alternative to wills, including some advantages and disadvantages
	Other techniques for planning estates, which can be used separately or in conjunction with a will or trust
	Letters of last instructions
	Estate taxes
	Health care directives (living wills)
	Powers of attorney
	Guardianships and conservatorships for minors and disabled/incapacitated persons

Scott Law Firm provides services in all these areas. Site visitors who have questions not answered here may contact us for further information or a referral to another professional if we do not handle the matters inquired about.

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