Estate Planning, Probate, & Conservatorships

San Francisco/San Jose Bay Area, California

Probate and Estate Planning Lawyers

Why should I plan my estate?

You have worked hard to accumulate what you have. In order to make sure that your hard-earned assets go where you wish, estate planning is imperative. The lawyers of Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP can help you make your final wishes clear. They can also help you plan for your future and the future of your family. To find out more about what a sound estate plan can do for you, contact Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP to consult an estate planning lawyer.

Tools of the Trade

Every adult should have a revocable living trust or will, a power of attorney, and healthcare directive. A will or revocable trust gives instructions on how to pay your debts, pay your taxes, and disperse your assets among your heirs. The power of attorney designates a financial decision maker if you are incapacitated. A healthcare directive, which includes a healthcare power of attorney and a living will, leaves healthcare instructions for your next of kin. It also designates someone to make healthcare decisions on your behalf if you are not able.

Other estate planning tools that are available include

• Personal revocable trusts
• Prenuptial agreements
• Family partnerships or limited liability companies
• Life insurance trusts
• Special needs trusts
• Personal Residence trusts
• Irrevocable trusts
• Charitable trusts
• Gifting strategies
• Conservatorships and guardianships
• Asset Protection strategies
• Millennium trusts

Every person's assets and debts are unique. The firm's lawyers work closely with their clients to create an estate plan that is tailored to suit their needs.

 Probate

The law firm of Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP offers full probate, trust administration, and estate administration services. If you have lost a loved one, and do not know what to do next, they can walk you through the probate process. If your loved one left a will, they can help you fulfill your loved one's final wishes. If there is no will, they provide guidance and support as the estate moves through probate court.

Conservatorships

The decision to establish a conservatorship is not an easy one. Sometimes, however, it is the best way to protect an otherwise vulnerable adult. If you suspect that your loved one is no longer capable of handling his or her affairs, a conservatorship may be the answer. To talk to a lawyer about your options, contact Chauvel, Abraham & Descalso, LLP today.

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