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Clare Ann Keijer, Attorney at Law, provides complete estate planning services for clients in DeBary, FL. We advise clients on how best to handle their estate through trusts, wills, and other estate planning tools. We also offer Probate services. Our firm serves clients throughout Volusia County, including DeLand, Deltona, Lake Helen, and Orange City, FL.
Estate planning isn't just about creating a will. It's a comprehensive process that helps you manage your assets and make important decisions about their distribution after you're gone. It also allows you to plan for your care in the event of incapacity. A well-crafted estate plan provides peace of mind, knowing your wishes will be respected and your loved ones will be protected.
Think of estate planning as a powerful tool to ensure your wishes are met, your loved ones are protected, and you minimize future stress for them. It's about securing your legacy and providing for your family's future. There are several components that fall under estate planning, including:
Trusts are legal arrangements that allow you to transfer ownership of assets to a trustee who manages them to benefit designated beneficiaries. Trusts can help avoid probate, reduce taxes, and manage assets for minor children. Since trust laws can be complex, you should work with an experienced estate planning attorney.
A will is a legal document that specifies your wishes for distributing assets to beneficiaries and heirs when you are no longer with us. It also allows you to appoint a guardian for minor children.
Also known as advance directives, a living will specifies your wishes for medical care if you become incapacitated and unable to make decisions.
In addition to estate planning Keijer Law is proud to offer Probate services for your family to help settle your estate. Probate is the legal process of administering your estate after you pass away. Proper planning with an experienced probate attorney can help minimize probate costs and delays.
With some exceptions, a decedent’s estate will enter probate, a court-supervised process to distribute assets according to Florida state law. A probate attorney can assist with:
Don't wait to start planning for your future. Contact Clare Ann Keijer, Attorney at Law, today at 386-736-3660 to discuss your estate planning needs. We offer a personalized service and will work with you to create a plan that meets your financial situation.