Estate Planning

Estate Planning

The Law Offices of Eric K. Chen are committed to providing comprehensive legal guidance and representation for our clients in matters of probate, estate planning, and asset protection. Because our team of attorneys stays current with all legislation and case law pertaining to these areas, you can feel secure in relying on our knowledge and expertise to help you meet your estate planning objectives.

 

Just as the needs of our clients are unique, so are the solutions that our attorneys can specifically tailor and craft for you in carrying out your intentions. Our firm takes the time and care necessary in making sure you fully understand all the options available to you so that you can make the best informed decisions in planning your future.

BASIC ESTATE PLANNING CHECKLIST 

1. DURABLE POWER OF ATTORNEY FOR FINANCES 

Designate who handles your finances if you are no longer able to make your own decisions.

2. DURABLE HEALTHCARE POWER OF ATTORNEY 

Designate who makes medical decisions for you and what your wishes are related to healthcare.

3. BENEFICIARY DESIGNATIONS FOR: 

a. BANK ACCOUNTS

b. LIFE INSURANCE

c. RETIREMENT ACCOUNTS (401K/IRA)

4. DMV VEHICLE TRANSFER ON DEATH 

This allows you to name a beneficiary on the title of any car(s) you own outright

5. TRANSFER UPON DEATH DEED FOR ANY LAND, HOUSES OR OTHER REAL PROPERTY 

This allows your property to avoid probate. However, there are some drawbacks which you may wish to discuss with your attorney.

6. FUNERARY ARRANGEMENTS

7. DIGITAL ASSETS 

Remember to ensure someone can access your digital passwords and accounts. Best practice would be to keep the passwords and the usernames in separate locations.

8. WILL

9. IF YOU ARE A SENIOR: 

a. SOCIAL SECURITY CONSENT FOR RELEASE OF INFORMATION

b. MEDICARE AUTHORIZATION TO DISCLOSE PERSONAL HEALTHCARE INFORMATION

Estate Planning Services

Estate Planning

  • Estate Tax Minimization
  • Gifts
  • Powers of Attorney
    • Financial Power of Attorney
    • Healthcare Power of Attorney
  • Trusts
    • Charitable and Remainder Trusts
    • Domestic Asset Protection Trust (DAPT)
    • Insurance Trusts
    • Irrevocable Trusts
    • Living Trusts
  • Wills

 

Asset Protection

  • Business Planning
  • Family Limited Partnerships
  • Limited Liability Companies (LLC)
  • Nevada Asset Protection Trusts (NAPT)
  • Nevada Series LLC
  • Succession and Exit Planning

 

Guardianships

  • Special Needs Trusts (SNT)

 

Trust Administration

  • Distribution Assistance
  • Trustee Services
 

Trust & Estate Litigation

 

Probate

  • Will Contests
  • Probate Administration
    • Affidavit of Entitlement
    • Set Aside Without Administration
    • Summary Administration
    • General Administration

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