Protect Your Family
Protect Your Legacy
We help you and your family avoid unnecessary expenses, anxiety and problems when death or mental incapacity occurs by guiding you to the best will or trust plan for you. A customized estate plan helps you protect your family, assets, money and dignity – making life easier for you and your loved ones by eliminating court action and reducing financial & emotional stress.
WHY PLANNING IS A MUST
Helping Longmont & Northern Colorado Residents To Be Prepared
Without proper estate planning, you can leave your family with a mess. Unexpected events can happen at any time to anyone. I want to make a positive difference in people’s lives. My mission is to encourage and help people and their families to be prepared in advance if a tragedy were to strike because of a car accident, fall, stroke, illness or death. I’ve seen first-hand what happens when folks are either prepared or not prepared with proper lifetime mental disability and asset transfer planning at death.
PLAN TO WIN
Most people think that by writing a will themselves or appointing an agent under a power of attorney – everything will be fine. But this seldom occurs. In fact, there are many situations where the power of attorney won’t be recognized and a will bring many problems of its own……………..
Great Families Plan
Be Prepared: Whether you’re a working single adult, young parents with children, preparing for retirement, or retired, you need to be prepared for whatever life may bring with a comprehensive Will or Trust plan.
Without a spouse or dependents, you may think you’re not ready for a will or trust. But who will make your healthcare and financial decisions if you’re unable?
SINGLE ADULTS
Who will your children live with on either a temporary or permanent basis? Take the guesswork out of the equation and plan for the unknown now.
YOUNG FAMILIES
Preparation later in life is key. From wills to trusts, ensure that you and your family are prepared for the future.
FOLKS 40 AND ABOVE
Benefits of Working with Marc
EDUCATION
Learn about the plans and options available to you, then make a choice based on your needs.
Friendly & Understandable
I take the time to explain each process thoroughly so that you can make an educated decision about your future.
Available Options
From basic to comprehensive, we will find a plan that fits your budget and your personal needs.
Customized & Comprehensive
Receive a personalized estate plan tailored to your family and their best interests.
Implementation
From information gathering to correctly “funding” your plan, I help you along the way.
Peace of Mind
With a full-fledged estate plan drafted by an experienced attorney, you know your family is protected for years to come.
Fixed Fee
We agree on a fixed fee based on the Will or Trust Plan you choose.
Quality
I understand that no plan is one-size-fits-all. We work to find a legally solid solution together.
Practice Areas
Receive the Plan You Want and Understand the Plan You Choose
When you visit an experienced attorney, you’ll know your estate plan will be thoughtfully crafted and legally binding.
Ensure your wishes are carried out. A will can make that happen for you. This document helps direct where property in your name is distributed upon your death.
Trusts keep your affairs private, cover all of your bases in terms of assets, and avoid the stressful probate process.
What will happen if you become mentally unable to make financial or medical decisions for yourself? Be prepared for potential incapacitation.
Setting up a custom plan for your children’s individual needs is the best thing you can do to ensure they’re taken care of properly.
Learn what the difference is and how you can choose the best option for you.
Don’t blindly pass down money to your children. Share your legacy and create terms for how beneficiaries can use their inheritance with protection from creditors and predators..
Will your children or grandchildren get “sudden wealth syndrome” after receiving their part of the estate? We can prevent that together.
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Regardless of your family situation, age or assets, you should be prepared in the event of your sudden mental incapacity or death. It’s a loving thing to do for your spouse, children and /or grandchildren.
Peace of Mind: I’ve helped many people over the years be prepared when it comes to their estate and protecting their family’s future. My personal goal is to give clients peace of mind in the event of death or mental disability. Their families can be well taken care of as a result of thoughtful and knowledgeable planning
YOU NEED A WILL OR TRUST PLAN EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT “WEALTHY”
What Is My “Estate”?: Every adult should have a Will or Trust plan. “Estate” is the legal term used to define your property and money—basically, everything that belongs to you. You don’t have to consider yourself wealthy to need estate planning. You can make good decisions after you have learned about the various options and choices you have for lifetime disability planning, protection planning for children and adults, asset transfer planning and IRA planning.
Planning for your future should start in the present.
Plan at Any Stage of Life: It doesn’t matter if you’re young and single, a married couple with young children, or preparing to settle gracefully into retirement, the time to start planning for the unexpected is now. Young adults can make sure someone can act on their behalf for financial and medical purposes. Couples with minor dependents can set up guardians for their children. Retirees can ensure their life insurance is intact, and their wills or trusts are up-to-date with their current wishes.
Do It Now! If you’re ready to start preparing for your future, I encourage you to reach out today by phone or email. Once I receive your message, my goal is to respond within 24 hours to maintain the highest level of professionalism, so expect to hear from me soon. Couples with minor dependents can set up guardians for their children. Working folks and retirees can insure that their will or trust plan is up-to-date so it meets their current circumstances and wishes.
Intelligent Decisions: I frequently sit down with some really neat people and explain how estate planning can protect them and their families in the event of their mental disability or death. Some people do it; some people don’t; all adults should. It’s ALWAYS your choice. But you have to know what your choices are so you can make an informed decision.
Estate Planning Education
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Estate Planning Blog
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Free Estate Planning Resources
Contact Marc for a Free and Fun Book
Mistakes in your estate planning can significantly damage family relationships, waste hard-earned after-tax dollars, and cause miserable predicaments that impact mental, emotional, physical and financial health. Schedule and meet with Marc for a consultation to receive your free copy of his interesting short book called, “Blooper Episodes in Estate Planning and Elder Law: Lessons from Prime Time TV”, by contributing authors Marc R. Carlson and Debbie J. Papay.
Receive Two Free Articles
Send an email to marc@carlsonlawoffice.org and request two free articles called “Understanding Living Trusts” and “Understanding Funding Your Living Trust.” If you are serious about finally getting your Will or Trust planning in order, please schedule an “Estate Planning Analysis Consultation”. You may call 303-775-1112.