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Ensuring the careful handling and distribution of your assets is paramount, and with the right legal advisor, the process becomes seamless and worry-free. The right Kenosha estate planning lawyer can be your ally in securing your legacy and protecting your loved ones from the unforeseen.
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Regardless of the nature of your case, we have an experienced attorney who will focus on your individual needs. Our team of attorneys works closely together, bringing each of their different fields of experience to bear in order to optimize our client care.

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Kevin's firm handled setting up my will and trust recently. They took something that seemed intimidating and made it easy to understand. I've also referred a couple clients to Kevin - he's trustworthy, approachable and very fairly priced.

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About Estate Planning Attorney Kenosha:

Estate Planning in Kenosha: The Basics

Estate planning is more than just preparing for the distribution of your assets after your passing; it's about life planning and ensuring that your financial affairs and healthcare wishes are honored if you're unable to make decisions yourself. A Kenosha estate planning attorney plays a critical role in crafting a plan that reflects your wishes, cares for your loved ones, and safeguards your financial legacy.

Why Choose Kenosha Estate Planning Lawyers

At O’Flaherty Law, our Kenosha estate planning lawyers bring years of accumulated knowledge to your estate planning needs. With a focus on personalized strategies, our team ensures that your estate plan is robust, reflective of your wishes, and capable of standing up to legal challenges. Whether you're concerned about asset distribution, estate tax avoidance, or planning for a loved one with special needs, our attorneys are equipped to guide you through every step.

Comprehensive Planning for Every Stage of Life

Estate planning extends beyond the distribution of assets after death. It encompasses making crucial decisions about who will manage your finances and healthcare if you're incapacitated. Our Kenosha, Wisconsin estate planning lawyers will help you establish powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, and living trusts, ensuring you're prepared for every eventuality. Our approach is to provide a holistic plan that addresses both your current and future needs.

Special Considerations in Estate Planning

  • Estate Tax Planning: Utilizing tools to minimize or eliminate estate tax impact on your legacy.
  • Elder Law & Medicare Planning: Understanding and planning for elder care and Medicare needs.
  • Special Needs Planning: Creating plans that ensure the well-being of loved ones with special needs without jeopardizing their benefits.
  • Incorporating Mental Health: Addressing mental health considerations within your estate plan to protect your loved ones fully.

Anecdotal Insight: The Power of Proper Planning

Consider the story of a local Kenosha family who, after the unexpected loss of a parent, found solace and security in the estate plan that had been put in place. Despite their grief, the detailed instructions and predetermined allocations of assets and guardianship for the children removed any potential for dispute or uncertainty. This real-world example underscores the significance of having a comprehensive estate plan that anticipates and addresses all possible outcomes.

Minimum Estate Planning Steps

To get started on your estate planning journey in Kenosha, certain foundational steps are advised:

  • Drafting a Last Will and Testament to outline your wishes.
  • Establishing Power of Attorney designations for financial and healthcare decisions.
  • Setting up a Healthcare Proxy to ensure your medical wishes are followed.

By taking these initial steps with the assistance of a Kenosha estate planning lawyer, you lay the groundwork for a comprehensive plan that secures your legacy and provides peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

How To Reach Our Kenosha Location:

From Racine, WI:

  1. Start on WI-32 S/State St heading south toward Kenosha.
  2. Merge onto WI-31 S via the ramp to Kenosha.
  3. Continue on WI-31 S until reaching 60th St/Kenosha County K in Kenosha.
  4. Turn right onto 60th St/Kenosha County K.
  5. Turn left onto 39th Ave. The destination will be on your right.

From Pleasant Prairie, WI:

  1. Head north on I-94 W toward Milwaukee.
  2. Take exit 344 for WI-50 toward Kenosha/Lake Geneva.
  3. Turn left onto WI-50 W/75th St toward Kenosha.
  4. Turn right onto 39th Ave. The destination will be on your left.

From Waukegan, IL:

  1. Start on Sheridan Rd/IL-137 N heading north toward Kenosha, WI.
  2. Continue to follow Sheridan Rd as it becomes WI-32 N once you cross the state line into Wisconsin.
  3. Turn left onto 75th St/WI-50 W.
  4. Turn right onto 39th Ave. The destination will be on your left.

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What to Expect From a Legal Consultation

The purpose of a consultation is to determine whether our firm is a good fit for your legal needs. Although we often discuss expected results and costs, our attorneys do not give legal advice unless and until you choose to retain us.

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7520 39th Ave

Kenosha, WI 53142

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9:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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I am personally committed to ensuring that each one of our clients receives the highest level of client service from our team.  Our mission is to provide excellent legal work in a cost-effective manner while maintaining open lines of communication between our clients and their attorneys.  Many of our clients are going through difficult times in their lives when they reach out to us.  They should feel comfortable leaning on the experience and knowledge of our attorneys as their counselors and advocates.  We are here to help!

- Attorney Kevin O'Flaherty, Owner

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