Estate planning is an area of law that nearly everyone can benefit from. Many individuals pu
t off estate planning for a variety of reasons. However, proper estate planning allows you to appoint a guardian for minor children, ensure that property is passed according to your wishes, avoid probate, and designate a trusted person to act on your behalf should you become incapacitated.
We provide comprehensive estate planning services for our clients. Meaning we take into consideration your specific needs and desires, and plan for nearly any contingency. All of the following documents are included in our trust package:
Will – A will governs the distribution of property in your estate. It appoints a “personal representative” who will handle the estate, and is used to appoint a guardian for minor children.
Living Will – A “living will” or “healthcare directive” directs your physician, or other healthcare providers, to withhold life-sustaining procedures when they would serve only to unnecessarily prolong the dying process.
General Durable Power of Attorney – A power of attorney appoints a trusted individual to handle your affairs if you become unable to do so. It may take effect immediately, or become effective only upon your incapacity.
Medical Power of Attorney – A medical power of attorney appoints a trusted individual to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so.
Trust – Trusts are a valuable estate planning tool. A basic living trust allows you to avoid probate and your successor trustee can quickly and efficiently pass the property in your estate to the beneficiaries you name.
If you own a closely-held business, have children from a prior marriage, desire to make charitable contributions with your estate, or are concerned about estate tax issues, we encourage you to contact us.
Free half hour consultations. Credit cards accepted.
The Law Office of Derek A. Coulter, P.C.
11576 S. State St., Suite 503
Draper, UT 84020
Phone: (801) 501-0321
Toll Free: (866) 769-2859
Fax: (801) 307-0318
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The Law Office of Derek A. Coulter, P.C. offers legal services in 1031 exchanges, small business representation, and insurance disputes in Utah. We serve clients in Draper, Utah, and the surrounding cities of Bountiful, Cedar City, Ogden, Orem, Park City, Price, Provo, Richfield, Salt Lake City, Sandy, St. George, Vernal, and throughout Carbon County, Davis County, Iron County, Salt Lake County, Sevier County, Summit County, Tooele County, Uintah County, Utah County, Wasatch County, Washington County, and Weber County.
