Estate Planning & Administration

Are Estate Planning Or Administration Worries Making Your Family’s Future More Stressful To Deal With?

Contemplating a time when you or a loved one is no longer healthy or alive and what that will mean can be uncomfortable or unpleasant. That may explain why so many people procrastinate about estate planning. However, the consequences of ignoring responsible and timely estate planning become all too apparent once a loved one falls ill or dies and you’re left to manage their affairs or administer their estate.

Estate administration itself brings its own complexities and pitfalls, even with the solid foundation of a well-crafted estate plan. If you are the executor or “personal representative” of a Pennsylvania estate, you can expect to be immersed in a significant amount of legal responsibility and minutiae.

Fortunately, estate planning and administration don't need to be the cause of worry and frustration. With trusted legal guidance from The Law and Mediation Offices of Deborah L. Lesko, P.C., your or your loved one’s estate plan can bring peace of mind and stability to your family and their future.

The Law And Mediation Offices of Deborah L. Lesko, P.C.: An Estate Planning Law Firm You Can Rely On

Deborah Lesko and Christine Wells have faithfully served the estate planning and administration needs of Pittsburgh residents since 2007. Together, they offer more than four decades of combined experience.

They consider it a privilege to help clients carefully plan for their estate needs. Because they personally understand the difficulty of estate administration after the death of a loved one, they strive to make the process as smooth as possible during those difficult times.

While it’s crucial that clients identify and understand their estate planning needs and options, it's equally vital that the fees they pay for estate planning and administration services are reasonable. As a result, The Law And Mediation Offices of Deborah L. Lesko, P.C. works to respect the financial impact that estate planning will have, and ensure we tailor a payment plan that works for your needs and resources.

How An Estate Planning and Administration Attorney Can Help You

A complex body of state, federal, case and tax laws governs estate planning and administration in Pennsylvania. Navigating those laws and intricate probate procedures would be challenging for anyone without guidance. Fortunately, an experienced estate planning lawyer can help.

Comprehensive estate planning presents you with many options and decisions regarding your health, assets and financial legacy. Every client’s situation is unique. The team at The Law and Mediation Offices of Deborah L. Lesko, P.C. recognize this and can advise you which, if not all, of these estate planning components will meet your specific needs:

• Last Will and Testament
• Trusts (revocable, irrevocable, special needs and charitable trusts)
• Financial Power of Attorney
• Durable Power of Attorney
• Health Care Power of Attorney
• Advance Health Care Directive
• Beneficiary designations
• Estate and inheritance tax planning
• Provisions for guardianships
• And more . . .

Regarding estate administration, Deborah Lesko and Christine Wells can:

• Advise and assist you at all phases of the probate process, including finalizing the estate administration
• Prepare estate tax returns
• Gather, protect and distribute estate assets
• Resolve disputes among heirs, beneficiaries and executors
• Protect the estate from will contests and creditors
• Protect and defend the executor from liability
• And more . . .

We Can Help You Make Estate Planning And Administration Easier To Manage

Suppose you've left decisions about who will act for you when you're incapacitated or the disposition of your assets unresolved. Now is the time to ensure a more secure future for you and your loved ones.

If you're currently administering an estate, you’ll need direction to ensure that every step you take is procedurally correct and in compliance with the law.

Deborah Lesko and Christine Wells have helped hundreds of satisfied Pittsburgh clients with their estate planning and needs. Their thorough approach and reasonable fees will give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing you’ve done everything you can to protect your health, finances and family’s future.

Call Us Today For Estate Planning and Administration Solutions

If you’re ready to create an estate plan or administer an estate, choose a law firm with recognized experience.

Call The Law and Mediation Offices of Deborah L. Lesko, P.C. today at (412) 276-4200 or visit our website to schedule an initial consultation.

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