Estate Planning

Estate Planning is the process of anticipating and arranging, during one’s lifetime, for the disposal of one’s estate following their death. Options include: wills, a living will, trusts, property ownership, beneficiary appointments, powers of appointment and powers of attorney. The Law Office of Patricia E. Tichenor, P.L.L.C. can provide expert guidance as to which devices are most appropriate for your needs and help you prepare the correct procedures and documents that ensure protection and peaceful transfer of your estate. We will also advise you how to avoid probate in drafting your estate plan as well as the implications for taxation of your estate due to lifetime gifting or gifts made at your death.