Estate Planning

Secure Your Legacy with Thoughtful Estate Planning

Estate planning is essential to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes, your loved ones are protected, and your affairs are handled smoothly in the event of incapacity or death. At Rimrock Law Firm, we provide tailored estate planning solutions to meet your unique needs.

Trusts

A trust is a powerful estate planning tool that allows you to manage and protect your assets during your lifetime and beyond. Benefits of a trust include:

• Avoiding probate – Assets held in a trust do not go through the probate process, saving time and costs for your heirs.
• Privacy – Unlike a will, a trust keeps your estate details private.
• Control – You can specify how and when your assets are distributed to beneficiaries.
• Asset Protection – Certain types of trusts can shield assets from creditors and lawsuits.

We offer various types of trusts, including revocable living trusts, irrevocable trusts, special needs trusts, and asset protection trusts.

Wills & Pour-Over Wills

A will is a legal document that outlines how your assets will be distributed after your passing. It also allows you to:

• Name guardians for minor children
• Specify personal representatives (executors) to handle your estate
• Outline specific gifts or inheritances

If you have a trust, a pour-over will ensures that any assets not placed in your trust during your lifetime are transferred to it upon your passing. This acts as a safety net to ensure all assets are handled according to your estate plan.

Power of Attorney (POA)

A power of attorney allows you to designate a trusted individual to manage your affairs if you become incapacitated.

• Financial Power of Attorney – Authorizes someone to handle financial matters, such as paying bills, managing investments, and handling property transactions.
• Healthcare Power of Attorney – Gives a trusted individual the authority to make medical decisions on your behalf if you cannot do so.

Final Disposition Instructions

Final disposition instructions ensure your wishes regarding burial, cremation, or other post-death arrangements are honored. Without clear instructions, these decisions may be left to family members, potentially leading to disputes or uncertainty.

Why Choose Rimrock Law Firm?

At Rimrock Law Firm, we take the time to understand your personal and financial circumstances to craft a customized estate plan that provides peace of mind. Whether you’re looking to create a simple will or a comprehensive trust-based estate plan, we are here to guide you every step of the way.

Protect your legacy today. Contact us for a consultation.