Protecting Your Wealth And Carrying Out Your Wishes
You have worked hard to provide for and protect your family. You developed your wealth and took appropriate measures to help ensure your loved ones had the things they needed. When you are no longer there to look after your loved ones, it is important that there are still plans in place to protect them.
Effective estate planning can provide the protection you want for your loved ones, and the probate process allows your wishes to be carried out after your death. I am attorney James S. Vergotz, and I work closely with clients throughout Pittsburgh and western Pennsylvania to make sure your wishes are understood and followed. Call 412-366-0510 to schedule your free initial consultation with an experienced estate planning and probate lawyer.
Making Your Wishes Known With Estate Planning
There is a misconception that the only people who need estate planning are elderly citizens or the wealthy. Regardless of your age or the size of your assets, estate planning is beneficial. I help clients minimize taxation and the cost of administration to effectively transfer the maximum amount of assets and make sure their wishes are known. If you have minor children, then you absolutely need a will.
Estate planning tools can include:
- Wills
- Trusts
- Powers of attorney
- Medical powers of attorney
- Advance health care directives
- Standby guardianships for minor children
Resolving Probate Matters For Out-Of-Town Family Members
If you do not live in the same area as your deceased loved one, you may be concerned about effectively administering the estate and resolving after-death issues. If necessary, I can immediately meet with and work with clients to begin addressing probate issues while you are in town for family matters. I do what I can to help minimize and/or eliminate additional trips to the area.
With current technology, my firm has developed the ability to work with clients on a remote basis. Almost all probate matters can be resolved from a remote location. I empower the administrator and executor to handle the things they are comfortable handling, and help them work through the legal aspects they do not understand. With nearly 40 years of experience, I am experienced in handling all areas of probate matters, including will contests, claims against estates and general probate litigation.
In addition, I am admitted to practice in Florida and have developed professional relationships throughout Florida, so I can fully represent clients with Florida estate issues.
Home Visits Are Available For Your Convenience
Contact me online or call 412-366-0510 to schedule your free initial consultation. I am licensed in Florida and Pennsylvania, allowing me to handle issues for people who have property in both states.
