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Estate planning · New York
Services
Wills, powers of attorney, health care directives and trusts for New York families and individuals, with most work offered at a flat fee.
Essential Estate Planning
A client creating an estate plan for the first time typically will need:
- Last Will and Testament
- Durable Power of Attorney
- Health Care Proxy & Living Will
- Remains Agent Authorization
- Standby Guardian Designation
- Child Care Authorization
Additional Planning
Depending on their needs, clients may also consider:
- Revocable Living Trust
- Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (ILIT)
Young Adult Estate Planning
Kirkham Raikes's Young Adult Estate Planning program is tailored for young adults aged 18+, whether at college or elsewhere, who are in need of a Health Care Proxy and a Power of Attorney.
Learn about Young Adult Estate PlanningOur process
The Process
Through our step-by-step process, we will work together to create an estate plan that is both personalized and comprehensive.
Questionnaire
Following your complimentary initial consultation, you will receive a comprehensive questionnaire to assist us in gathering and organizing preliminary information.
Planning Meeting
We meet, typically by video conference, to discuss your family details, assets, and end of life wishes, and to identify your estate planning goals.
Draft & Review
Your attorney will then draft your preliminary estate planning documents. You and your attorney will review the documents together to ensure that they meet your goals and wishes.
Sign
Once approved, a date will be set for a will execution ceremony.
Ongoing Support
The firm remains available and in touch with clients in order to answer any future questions and assist with modifications or updates to existing documents as needed.
Get Started
Start Planning Today.
Now is the time to begin planning the future of your estate. Contact us to get started.