- Divorce
- Premarital AgreementNow, I’m not suggesting that this is the case here. But I am suggesting that others, including her husband, may certainly see it that way. And if that is the case, then the husband could simply file for divorce and end up with a significant share of the marital property anyway depending upon the circumstances of their marriage (length of the marriage, existing prenuptial agreements, titling of property, etc.).
- GuardianshipNot everyone ends up getting an estate plan in place before difficulties arise. Death and disability often come unexpectedly. Our attorneys are uniquely qualified to help families through the often confusing probate process for wrapping up the affairs of a deceased loved one. Additionally, we can help families obtain a guardianship or conservatorship through the courts to help manage the health and financial concerns of a disabled or incapacitated adult.
- Limited Liability Companies
- Medicaid Planning
- Estate PlanningEstate planning in Utah should never be approached as “one size fits all.” Here at Platt Law, we go far beyond simply filling in names on a will or trust form document. Each estate plan at Platt Law is customized to fit the individual and unique needs of you and your loved ones. A Platt Law estate plan includes...
- Wills“We were very impressed with RobRoy’s knowledge and his friendliness. Working with RobRoy was complete satisfaction. We had a clear picture of what we needed to do to get our wills and trust up-to-date. He is friendly and we felt he was very competent and up-to-date. The ambience of the office and personnel give you a great feeling of professionalism in a very relaxed atmosphere.”
- TrustsLast will and testament and/or revocable living trust still achieve your goals? In your will, you have specified how you want your money and property distributed to the beneficiaries you have chosen. In addition, if you have children, you probably named a guardian in your will to care for them if you cannot, and perhaps you even specified a caretaker for your pet. In your revocable living trust, you likely named a trusted person to be your co-trustee or successor trustee to step in to manage the money and property held in the trust even during your lifetime if you are unable to do it yourself. In addition, you specified how the money and property in the trust should be distributed to beneficiaries you have named in the trust document once you pass away.
- Power of AttorneyMedical and financial powers of attorney ? In a medical power of attorney, you named a person you trust to make medical decisions for you if you are too ill or unable to speak for yourself. In your durable financial power of attorney, you designated an individual to make financial and property decisions for you should you become unable to manage your own affairs. As mentioned above, because of the prevalence of stay-at-home orders, travel restrictions, and self-quarantines, make sure the person you have chosen is currently available to act as your agent. Consider designating individuals you trust but who also live close by to act in these roles. Consider also if you have young adult children who might need medical and financial powers of attorney.
- Probate
- Bankruptcy
- Tax Law“RobRoy is knowledgeable and pleasant. His understanding of tax law and asset protection risk strategy was very beneficial as we worked with him in creating our estate plan. RobRoy has a great attitude and is easy to work with. We will recommend him to others.”