Comprehensive Estate Planning Services to Give You Peace of Mind
Al Hamdan Law Firm understands that taking the steps necessary to create a comprehensive estate plan is one of the best ways to protect your legacy, preserve your assets, and care for those you love. Whether you are ready to create a new estate plan entirely or are seeking to make necessary modifications to a previous plan, we can help. Since 2015, attorney Layla Al Hamdan and our highly skilled legal team have been assisting individuals and families throughout America with their estate planning needs. We combine in-depth facility with the law with a commitment to service and satisfaction to provide customized, responsive legal care to every client.
Estate Planning 101: It’s Not Just a Will
Estate planning involves the management and distribution of your assets during your life and at death. A complete estate plan includes much more than just preparing a simple will. A full estate plan includes a mix of legal tools and strategies, including trusts, powers of attorney, health care directives, and guardianship nominations, that protect your assets, reduce tax exposure, and ensure your intentions are honored. Al Hamdan Law Firm walks you through the process, removing mystery and helping you make sense of complex ideas to create plans you can take pride in and that give you peace of mind.
Asset Protection: Ensuring What You Value Most
Ensuring your assets are preserved and secure is a top priority. Our knowledgeable attorneys take the time to meet with you to discuss potential threats to your estate, including taxes, creditors, and long-term care costs. We implement advanced measures such as irrevocable trusts, gifting programs, and family limited partnerships to protect your assets and investments. By planning ahead, we will make sure your assets are preserved in ways that allow them to be transferred with minimal legal formalities to all of your heirs.
Personalized Estate Plans for You and Your Family
No estate plan is a one-size-fits-all solution, because no two clients have the same life situations, family members, or assets, nor do they have the same expectations about their future (contributing to family or charities, having a family business, caring for an older parent or special needs child). The Al Hamdan Law Firm takes the time to review and determine your goals, then structures your estate plan accordingly using such tools as living trusts, charitable trusts, special needs trusts, and durable powers of attorney for advanced health care. With an estate plan created by our firm, you can rest assured that your estate plan is as specific as you are, yet flexible to accommodate change.
Essential Estate Planning Services We Provide
Our comprehensive estate planning services include:
- Will preparation and amendments
- Establishment of revocable and irrevocable trusts
- Powers of attorney for finances and health care
- Advance health care directives (living wills)
- Guardianships for minors and incapacitated adults
- Business succession planning
- Asset protection planning
- Charitable giving / philanthropy
- Probate/estate administration counseling
All of our services are provided with personal service, care, and detail to ensure that your wishes are carried out in a legally enforceable manner.
Al Hamdan Law Firm’s Estate Planning Services
Choosing the right law firm for your estate planning needs is a critical decision. For a number of reasons, Al Hamdan Law Firm is uniquely qualified to serve you, including:
- Dedicated legal professionals with extensive experience in estate planning and related fields
- Personalized, focused attention and customized solutions for every client
- Clear, client-oriented perspective with emphasis on establishing your priorities and peace of mind
- Proven, positive history of effective estate plans and satisfied clients throughout the U.S.
- Deep commitment to service – including pro bono representation
Our integrity, compassion, and diligence help enable you to make the most of your decisions and fulfill your legacy.
The Estate Planning Process at Al Hamdan Law Firm: Step-by-Step Guidance
We believe that estate planning can be a collaborative and transparent effort. When you work with the Al Hamdan Law Firm, you can count on:
- A free initial consultation – We will listen to your concerns and questions and learn more about your assets and goals.
- Creation of your plan – Our attorneys will draft an estate plan that is tailored to fit your unique needs, explained in terms that you can easily understand.
- Drafting of documents – We can prepare all of the necessary legal documents for you while following state and federal formalities.
- Implementation – We will help you complete all signing and executing formalities as we help you carry out your estate plan. We can work with any financial advisors and others that are on your team.
- Reviews and updates – We periodically review and update your estate plan as needed through the years.
Hands-on representation in each of these areas makes certain that you are not left to fend for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Estate Planning
Q: Do I need an estate plan if I am not a millionaire?
A: Yes, you should have an estate plan no matter what your net worth is. It is crucial to make sure that your wishes for your assets and your health care are followed, that your family is taken care of, and that family disputes or issues can be avoided.
Q: How often should I revise my estate plan?
A: We recommend reviewing your estate plan every 3 – 5 years or after a significant life change such as a marriage, divorce, birth of a child, etc.
Q: Can Al Hamdan Law Firm help me with my estate planning needs if I live outside of New York?
A: Yes. We represent clients across the nation, and we are experienced with the nuances of some states’ laws governing estates in those states.
Q: What if I want special arrangements made for a family member with a disability?
A: An attorney at our firm can assist you in creating a special needs trust to benefit your loved one, without disadvantage in their eligibility for government assistance.
We Give You Knowledge and Support
Informed clients make decisions easier and wiser. That’s why the staff at Al Hamdan Law Firm LLC strives to educate our clients about their options, clear up confusing legal jargon, and equip you to chart your own course. Our educational materials, articles on estate planning matters, and individual consultations provide you with what you need to know.
Get Your Custom Estate Plan at Al Hamdan Law Firm
Your legacy deserves careful planning and guidance from a trusted legal adviser. Whether you are working on your first estate plan or you have documents that you need to revise, our skilled team at Al Hamdan Law Firm is here for you from start to finish. We will give you the attention that your unique estate requires and help you anticipate your future.
To arrange a private consultation or to find out more about our estate planning services, please call us at:
| 200 W 39th St, New York NY 10018 |
| Phone: (917) 521-3594 |
| E-mail: [email protected] |
| Website: https://alhamdanlawfirm.com/ |
Let us help you protect your assets, express your wishes, and safeguard your family. If you’d like to reach out, please visit our Contact Al Hamdan Law Firm page.