We understand that talking about death and estate planning can feel uncomfortable. Our goal is to help you take control, reduce stress, and feel confident knowing your affairs are in order. Having a will and estate plan in place provides clarity and peace of mind should the unexpected happen. And remember—your will and estate plan can always be updated as your needs or wishes change.

Kurt and Katrina take a thoughtful and supportive approach to guide you through these decisions. Some clients might even say that Kurt makes them laugh – and Katrina is really satisfied when her clients leave with a smile! Both will take the time to discuss with you the Power of Attorney for Personal Care, the Power of Attorney for Property and your Last Will & Testament. In certain circumstances, there may be value in discussing Primary and Secondary Wills. In more limited cases, establishing a Henson Trust is an option worth investigating.

Estate Administration

Estate administration can be a daunting task for Estate Trustees (Executors). With our wealth of experience in the area of administering estates, we can guide you through the process with care and sensitivity. We can assist you in all the steps along the road to finalizing an estate, including Court Applications, Estate Administration Fees (probate taxes), the creation of trusts, notifications to beneficiaries, and all other issues which may arise. When you are faced with administering an estate, you can trust in our ability to effectively and efficiently accomplish the task.

Estate Litigation

If you are a beneficiary of an estate and have questions about your rights or entitlements—or if you’ve been excluded from the estate of a loved one—we’ll assess your situation, advise you on whether you may have a claim, and guide you through every step of the litigation process.

If you are an Estate Trustee facing difficult beneficiaries, we will guide you through the do’s and don’ts in an effort to mitigate your liability.

Guardianship Applications

When the loved ones of an incapacitated adult are faced with the administrative barriers to make decisions, we can help. We will guide you through the process of a Guardianship application, attend court on your behalf and work with you to protect the interests of the person you are caring for.

Our team offers assistance in many matters, including:

• Wills,
• Powers of Attorney for Property,
• Powers of Attorney for Personal Care,
• Probate,
• Estate & Trust Planning,
• Estate Planning for Family Businesses,
• Administration of Estates,
• Estate Disputes, and
• Guardianship Issues.