Elder Law, Estate Planning, and Probate
Elder LawHammerle Finley advises elderly clients and their families on the special issues that arise in the later years, such as estate planning, end-of-life decision making, and long-term care matters. Four attorneys in the firm are members of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. As explained by NAELA: "Elder law attorneys are holistic lawyers, dealing with the legal and non-legal problems of their clients by using a multi-disciplinary approach. Geriatric care managers, guardians, social workers and other aging network professionals play an important role in this approach. Our goal: that the broad range of needs are addressed in a holistic fashion so that the social, psychological, medical and financial needs are met, not just the legal needs." Whether the matter involves financial planning to obtain Medicare benefits, spousal care, medical directives, nursing home care, or guardianship, Hammerle Finley will provide advice that is sensitive to needs of elderly to meet the requirements of the law. Many people avoid proper estate planning because they do not like thinking about death. At Hammerle Finley, we remind our clients that estate planning is about the future of their families. We help clients make and implement plans that carry out our clients' wishes regarding their families and their property. In doing so, we provide them peace of mind and the comfort of knowing that their assets will be preserved for the next generation. Experienced Estate Planning LawyersEstate Planning is generally considered to be the process by which people develop plans that ensure that the assets they have worked so hard to accumulate during their lifetimes are protected and distributed to those they love. Without proper estate planning, the Internal Revenue Service might be able to take a large portion of your assets. Fortunately, it is never too late to write the IRS out of your will. We can help you implement a variety of strategies to minimize taxes and provide for your loved ones. Our estate planning, probate and elder law services include:
Probate, Estate Administration, and GuardianshipsProperly implementing an estate plan is as important as the plan itself. Our attorneys represent beneficiaries and fiduciaries in Texas probate courts by filing the necessary pleadings to admit a decedent's will to probate, preparing all documents and filings required under Texas laws and procedures, and overseeing preparation of any necessary tax returns. We assist fiduciaries in all aspects of trust administration including administration and distribution. We counsel fiduciaries regarding the rights and interests of beneficiaries and recommend steps or actions to help the fiduciary to operate the trust in compliance with the appropriate fiduciary laws and to avoid personal liability for their actions or inaction. Sometimes an adult will become unable to handle his or her own affairs and a guardianship becomes necessary. We have extensive experience in establishing guardianships and helping families through this emotionally difficult process. Whatever your needs, experience enables us to counsel surviving spouses and children during this transition and help them make sound legal decisions for their future. Sophisticated and FriendlyWe advise business clients in complex corporate law matters and help individuals resolve difficult legal problems that affect their personal lives. Our firm's attorneys respond quickly to clients’ questions and concerns. Backed by an experienced team of legal professionals, our attorneys strive to deliver large-firm expertise while retaining the small-firm touch. *Our firm is AV-rated under Martindale Hubbell's Peer Review RatingTM process. At Hammerle Finley, we use our experience, our knowledge, and our legal abilities to help business owners prosper and individuals to achieve their dreams. For a consultation with a lawyer at Hammerle Finley, call 940.383.9300 or 1.877.383.9300 (toll free), or contact us online. *CV, BV and AV are registered certification marks of Reed Elsevier Properties Inc., used in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the confidential opinions of members of the Bar and the Judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell Ratings fall into two categories - legal ability and general ethical standards. |

