Estate Planning and Probate

Richmond Estate Planning Attorneys

At CowanGates PC, our estate planning services are personal, friendly, and thorough. We take the time to listen to your family's specific situation. We talk about your wishes regarding your children, your requests should you ever be unable to make medical decisions, and your plans regarding distribution of assets. Our experience allows us to handle even the most complex estate planning issues.

Are you interested in speaking with a lawyer about your estate planning objectives? Please contact CowanGates PC to arrange your consultation.

Protection and Peace of Mind

As attorney Michael C. Hall points out in his article Understanding Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning, "with some investigating, conversing with loved ones, soul searching, and the counsel of a good estate planning attorney, you can develop an estate plan that will offer you protection and give you peace of mind." Our firm can advise you on estate planning tools that can be helpful to you and then craft a plan tailored to your needs. Depending on many factors, such as assets, taxes, and children, we can help you with directives that include the following:

• Wills
• Trusts
• Guardianships
• Tax planning
• Living wills
• Powers of attorney
• Healthcare powers of attorney

Estate Administration and Probate

Our firm represents executors, heirs, and family members in the probate process. Executors have the duty to fulfill certain responsibilities. We can ensure those responsibilities are met and your loved one's assets are distributed according to their wishes. We also represent individuals who are involved in a dispute involving a will contest, guardianship contest, or other contested matter. Contact our firm today to arrange your consultation.