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As a parent, you can’t help but worry. You worry about your kids’ safety, their future, and what would happen to them if you weren’t around anymore. And because of that, you protect them fiercely—which is why you want to put an estate plan together that protects them no matter what. But you also have a lot on your plate, and you wouldn’t even know where to begin when it comes to estate planning.

That’s okay! You can lean on us for guidance.

Whether you want to ensure your family is taken care of, avoid probate, or just save some money, we’re here to help. We’ll help you secure their future— starting with a free consultation with our Irvine estate planning attorney.

  • Get the quality care your parents need
  • Relieve the family member caregiver
  • Protect your family assets from being depleted on care
  • Understand and maximize the hidden benefits of Medi-Cal and VA Benefits Planning
  • Work with a team who will treat your family how we would want our parents to be treated
  • Help your aging loved ones retain their financial security and age with dignity
  • Gain a family trust attorney for life - when you work with us you get a support system you can turn to no matter what

Family Income and Household Statistics in Irvine, CA

Chances are you’ve done well for yourself if you live in Irvine. The census report shows homes in the area go for around $900,700 on average; with a 44.5% homeownership rate and median household income of $114,027. With all of this money going around, you’ll need to find a safe place to put it. Because if it’s one thing we know—it’s not about what you have, but what you keep. The greatest final act of love is providing your family peace of mind knowing that their future is taken care of. Give them the gift of financial security by connecting with an estate planning lawyer in Irvine, CA.

What’s Included in an Estate Plan?

Your family is one of a kind, and your estate plans should reflect that.

While many estate planning tools are at your disposal, you only need the ones that benefit you in the long run, which is why we cover various estate planning services. When the time comes, your family can move forward confidently.
Here are a few ways our family can help yours.

Wills

Drafting a will is a good starting point for estate planning if you don’t own much or have dependents. This legal document outlines your wishes for your estate should you pass away. It is customizable to your specific situation and can include naming beneficiaries, designating guardians for your minor children, and assigning a trusted executor for your estate. But unfortunately, a will does not spare your family from having to go through a long and expensive court process known as probate when you pass away.  That’s why a will is typically not a good solution for families who own a home or have more than just personal belongings.

Trusts

Like wills, living trusts also name beneficiaries and identify who you want to be in charge of administering your estate if you pass away. However, a trust avoids that long and expensive court process known as probate, and allows you to transfer your assets upon your death privately and efficiently, and without court intervention.

Tax Planning

Efficient tax planning keeps more money in your estate and, therefore, your family’s pocket. Why hand over your hard-earned money to the government when there are ways to reduce or eliminate your tax bill? We can keep you abreast of the most current and effective tax strategies for your specific financial situation and then help you shelter that wealth with a customized estate plan.

Wealth Preservation

It’s not about what you have but what you keep. Even after doing all the right things—working hard, investing, planning—it could all be lost to litigation, divorce, probate, etc. Though it may seem unlikely, you must plan for the unthinkable. Wealth preservation and thorough asset protection allow you to keep what’s yours regardless of what happens.

Elder Law

Are you a caregiver for your aging parents? Are you worried about long-term care and medical expenses draining your hard-earned money? Costs are increasing every year, and a plan that maximizes resources like Medi-Cal and VA Benefits is a must. We can help you use various estate planning tools to ensure you don’t go broke paying for long-term care.

Special Needs Planning

When you have a child with special needs, many variables must be considered for their future. Special needs planning ensures that—should something happen to you—your child will be cared for according to your wishes and receive the assets you set aside in special needs trusts without disqualifying your child from vital government benefits.

Estate Planning Resources in Irvine, CA

Estate planning is a complex and ongoing process. It can be a difficult road to walk down, but you’ll be happy to know you don’t have to walk it alone.
Below is a list of helpful resources that can boost your estate planning efforts.

Core Valuation Management, Inc.

The value of your home and other real estate properties impacts the estate planning process and any strategies you put in place. Core Valuation Management Inc can help you with property appraisals, giving you an accurate picture.

Core Valuation Management, Inc.
6 Jenner #250
Irvine, CA 92618

Orange County Superior Court

The Orange County Superior Court is the court overseeing probate and guardianship matters for Irvine, CA residents.

Orange County Superior Court
700 W. Civic Center Dr.
Santa Ana, CA 92701

Experienced Estate Planning Attorney in Irvine, CA

It’s true what they say—tomorrow isn’t promised. And, with all that life throws at you, it can be challenging to find your way back to creating an estate plan to ensure your family’s future is safe.

But we’ll be here for you. We can help you create a plan that’s as unique as your family.

Here are our estate planning services.

Though we don’t know what tomorrow holds, we can put a plan in place today. Whether asset protection planning or wealth counsel, our Irvine estate planning lawyers will be there to assist you every step of the way in your estate planning matters.

Need Estate Planning in Irvine or Orange County? Give Us a Call

Creating a family and building a life you love is beautiful, and protecting that family is a must. But in your effort to do so, it may be difficult to know where to start and who to trust to help you make these decisions. The bottom line is you want to do what’s best for your family. So let’s start there. At Meier Law Firm, we’ll help you create a customized estate plan that keeps more money in your pocket and keeps your loved ones out of probate court. Most importantly, we’ll ensure you have everything you need to make sure your family is taken care of, so you can sleep peacefully.

And to most, that’s worth everything.

Reach out to our estate planning attorneys at Meier Law Firm to book a planning session today. You can also visit our office at 450 Newport Center Dr. #625, Newport Beach, CA 92660.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the five most common components of estate planning?

What are the most common estate planning mistakes?

Among the many mistakes made in improper estate planning, the most common tend to be:

  • Not having an estate plan in place at all
  • Lack of healthcare and disability planning
  • Forgetting about digital assets
  • Not keeping an estate plan up-to-date

The good news is that the legal issues that result from these mistakes can be avoided when you enlist the help of a thorough, sophisticated estate planning attorney.

How do you avoid probate in California?

Any estate valued at more than $166,250 is subject to California probate. The best way to avoid probate is to create a living trust that shelters your assets from this valuation. There are several types of trusts—irrevocable trusts and revocable trusts—and which one you choose depends on your planning strategy.

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