Dayton Estate Planning Attorneys
Helping with Wills, Trusts, & More in Montgomery County & Greene County
Most people don’t want to think about getting sick, losing mental capacity, or death. Having even the most basic estate plan can ensure that your loved ones understand your intentions for the distribution of your assets, the plan for your health care, who you intend to be the guardian of your minor children, and your funeral arrangements.
Call Arnold & Arnold, Ltd. at 937-888-2909 or contact us online for a Dayton estate planning lawyer.
What is Estate Planning?
Estate planning is the process of assisting clients in arranging and preparing their affairs in the event of injury, illness, incapacity, or death. Many people think estate planning is for the very wealthy, but they couldn’t be more incorrect with that assessment. Everyone should have a basic estate plan in place. Our Ohio law firm provides a full range of estate planning services for individuals and families of all types, from the very basic to the advanced. Our Dayton estate planning lawyers are ready to take your case.
Protect Your Legacy with Comprehensive Estate Planning
Estate planning is not just about creating a will or establishing trusts. It's about protecting your assets, ensuring your wishes are carried out, and providing for your loved ones after you're gone. Our team of experienced estate planning attorneys in Dayton, OH can help you navigate the complexities of estate planning to create a comprehensive strategy tailored to your unique needs.
Key components of comprehensive estate planning include:
- Creating a will to specify how your assets will be distributed
- Establishing trusts to protect assets and minimize taxes
- Designating guardians for minor children
- Setting up advance directives for healthcare and financial decisions
- Planning for business succession, if applicable
Don't leave the future of your estate to chance.
Why Choose Us?
By consulting with our firm on your estate planning, we can assist you in a multitude of different ways. We often see clients who improperly title banking and investment accounts, insurance policies, and car titles, unaware of the actual results of their actions. When you have your consultation with our firm, we do a comprehensive estate plan by reviewing all the aspects of your financial affairs. Our estate planning attorneys in Dayton will go over your case in detail and devise a detailed plan for you.
We believe the main goals of estate planning should be to:
- Clearly explain and designate persons to handle your legal, financial, and medical affairs if you become sick, incapacitated, or die;
- Avoid the costs and time burden associated with the probate process; and
- Properly distribute your assets upon death.
Curious about creating an Ohio estate plan? Call Arnold & Arnold, Ltd. at 937-888-2909 or contact us online for a Dayton estate planning attorney near you.
The most common estate planning documents that we create for our clients are:
- Last will and testament
- Durable power of attorney
- Health care power of attorney
- Living will
- Guardian designations
- Final planning intent letter
- Organ donor registration
- HIPPA release
In addition to basic estate planning services, our Dayton law firm offers more advanced estate planning assistance with:
- Simple to advanced revocable and irrevocable trusts
- NFA gun trusts
- Elder planning/nursing home planning
- Incapacity and disability planning
- Special needs planning
- Gifting and tax planning
- Business succession planning
Understanding the Importance of Advance Directives
Advance directives are legal documents that outline your wishes for medical treatment and decision-making in the event that you are unable to communicate your preferences. This important aspect of estate planning ensures that your healthcare wishes are known and honored, providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
Types of advance directives include:
- Living wills
- Healthcare power of attorney
- Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) orders
Our experienced Dayton estate planning attorneys can guide you through the process of creating advance directives that align with your values and preferences, giving you control over your medical care even in challenging circumstances.
How Our Estate Planning Lawyer Can Help You
Here's how we can assist you:
- Personalized Advice: Every family and their estate planning needs are unique. We provide customized solutions that reflect your specific circumstances and goals.
- Thorough Documentation: Estate planning involves a variety of legal documents, each serving a distinct purpose. We ensure that every document is meticulously prepared, legally sound, and aligned with your overall plan.
- Ongoing Support: Life changes, and so should your estate plan. We offer ongoing support to update your plan as your circumstances evolve, ensuring it remains effective and relevant.
- Peace of Mind: By working with an skilled estate planning attorney, you can have trust that your estate plan is comprehensive, up-to-date, and will stand up to legal scrutiny. This peace of mind allows you to focus on what matters most—enjoying your life and loved ones.
- Experienced Guidance Through Difficult Decisions: Estate planning often involves making difficult decisions, such as choosing a guardian for your children or deciding how to divide your assets. We provide the guidance you need to make these decisions with confidence.
Curious about creating an Ohio estate plan? Call Arnold & Arnold, Ltd. at 937-888-2909 or contact us online for a Dayton estate planning attorney near you.
Questions to Consider
Who needs estate planning?
The real question isn’t just who needs estate planning, but also: How simple or complicated does the estate planning really need to be? Each client is different, so there is no simple or all-encompassing answer.
If you were to pass away today….
- Who would care for your minor children?
- Who would represent your estate?
- Would your estate owe any federal or state taxes?
If you became incapacitated today…
- Who would handle your day-to-day decisions?
- Who would take over your business decisions?
- Who would make your health care decisions?
A Dayton estate planning attorney at Arnold & Arnold, Ltd. can provide reliable legal guidance in the area of estate planning and ensure you receive individual answers based on your unique circumstances. Please contact us with your questions and talk with our estate planning attorneys in Dayton, OH.
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