Tacoma
Elder Law Attorney

Powers of Attorney: 

Guardianship under Washington State law is not the only alternative for managing healthcare and financial matters. Depending on mental capacity, it is possible for a person to appoint someone to handle decisions regarding medical treatment, life-supporting procedures, financial matters, and other situations. We can prepare custom-tailored, legally enforceable documents to ensure that intent becomes reality without the need for court intervention

Wills: 

Wills are, in essence, sets of legal instructions that direct the court concerning your executors (those responsible for carrying out a a will), assets, child guardianship arrangements, beneficiaries of your estate, and other arrangements pertaining to your belongings and finances after your death. On our part, our attorneys will help you navigate the complex legal requirements for wills in Washington which is especially important when specifying the allocation of assets and guardianships to protect your loved ones’ well-being and finances.

Trusts: 

Trust are often part of a will that specify the rules for the division of property and assets after your death. Trusts are often used to protect your property, avoid probate, and lessen the tax burden your beneficiaries will face. Trusts often require our legal assistance as there are often complicated laws surrounding trusts and their formation, the designation of a trustee / trustees (the person responsible for overseeing the trust), and the beneficiaries with their responsibilities to the trust.

Probate: 

Probate refers to the execution of a will and ensuring that all parts of the will and the trust are carried out legally and according to the trustor’s designations. Our Washington Elder Law Attorneys at Alliance Law Group are experienced in helping trustees and executors fulfill their duties and ensure that all the beneficiaries of a will and trust are adequately awarded what they are due.