Estate planning is not just about distributing assets after death. In fact, two of the major benefits of estate planning are asset protection and the ability to control your future. For business owners, estate planning can be the key to avoiding numerous problems — before and after death.
Living Wills and Trusts Attorneys Providing Estate Planning Services for all People Throughout Bexar County
Regardless of the size of your estate, our estate planning service includes the preparation of a will, as well as several other documents that help address many potential scenarios such as the inability to communicate your wishes due to incapacitation. These documents include a health care power of attorney, your directive to physicians, a HIPAA authorization, a declaration of guardian, a statutory power of attorney, and, if appropriate, a declaration of guardian for minor children.
Protecting Your Legacy
Your assets can be in jeopardy if they are not protected by an estate strategy. Losses can be suffered due to negative tax consequences, a challenge by creditors, will contests, breach of fiduciary duty and other adverse circumstances.
The Smeberg Law Firm has helped many business owners and individuals in and around San Antonio with their estate planning needs.
Estate planning should be a part of every business plan, and it can be one of the most caring things you could do for your loved ones. Having a plan in place will allow those you care for to grieve your loss without simultaneously being burdened by complex financial decisions, tax issues and squabbling amongst your heirs.
Contact our San Antonio estate planning attorneys so we can arrange a free, initial consultation at no obligation. Our lawyers will listen to your situation and your concerns, and explain your options. If you choose to retain our services, we can efficiently and effectively create a plan that is as unique as your situation.
