Estate Planning Lawyers
Muskegon, MI
Estate Planning Lawyers
Muskegon, MI
For over thirty years, Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices have represented clients in a variety of estate planning matters, including probate administration (intestacy matters and will contests), charitable and personal gifts, estate planning, powers of attorney and trust administration. The law of trusts and estates primarily involves the management of personal affairs and the disposition of a person’s property after he or she has died or become incapacitated. A “trust” is a legal concept whereby a grantor transfers legal ownership of property.
Our Services
Our Services
Whether you require guidance writing your last will and testament, a temporary will, or having questions about estate planning in Michigan, we have a Muskegon estate attorney ready to assist you. Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices is your source for the following estate planning services:
The Law of Trusts and Estates
The Law of Trusts and Estates
The law of trusts and estates primarily involves the management of personal affairs and the disposition of a person’s property after he or she has died or become incapacitated. A “trust” is a legal concept whereby a grantor transfers legal ownership of property to a separate legal entity (a “Trust”) controlled by a trustee. Trust assets typically are managed for the benefit of one or more beneficiaries. An estate generally consists of the property that a person bequeaths to their heirs after his/her death, which usually involves a testamentary instrument such as a will.
Estate Planning
Estate Planning
Estate planning is the drafting and execution of legal documents such as Powers of Attorney, Wills and Trusts, and can be simple or complex. It is advisable to seek the advice and counsel of a competent trust and estates attorney when contemplating the creation of an estate plan. A comprehensive estate plan is vital and beneficial to a client’s overall financial plan, and it can reduce tax consequences and provide clear guidance to avoid any family disputes and prolonged probate court battles. The attorneys at Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices have in-depth knowledge of all aspects of estate planning, including wills and living trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, and children’s trust. We also handle issues related to Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts,
Personalized Approach
Personalized Approach
Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices are committed to providing a personalized approach to developing a client’s estate plan. The experienced trust and estate attorneys at the firm can guide you in filing petitions for probate and in the appointment of trust administrators. At Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices we work with clients to evaluate discretionary issues on distribution of the trust assets, and to ensure that the assets of the trust are distributed accordingly. Our attorneys also can assist in the preparation of the final accounting, and minimize the taxes and expenses involved in trust administration.
The attorneys at Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices have in-depth knowledge of all aspects of estate planning, including Wills, Living Trusts, irrevocable special needs Trusts, and children’s trust. We also handle issues related to Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts, charitable remainder Trusts, educational Trusts, family Trusts, personal residence Trusts, and other grantor retained interest Trusts.
If you have an estate- or trust-related question, contact Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices today to schedule an initial consultation.
Our Focus
Our Focus
Our focus is on our clients’ well-being, and we understand the importance of tailoring personalized solutions to clients’ individual needs. We make sure that our clients’ interests are protected at every stage of the process. When disputes do arise, we strive to resolve matters through amicable settlement. However, when mediation is not practical, we will not hesitate to advocate aggressively on your behalf in a court of law.
Bowen Hoogstra Law Offices are result-oriented, client-focused, proactive, and efficient when it comes to providing innovative legal solutions for our clients’ estate planning needs. So do not wait – if you require the assistance of a muskegon estate attorney, contact us today for a consultation.
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BOWEN HOOGSTRA LAW OFFICES
(231) 726-4484
1042 Terrace Street Muskegon, MI 49442