Practice Areas

Estate planning is the process of creating legal documents that govern the management and distribution of your assets during your life and upon your death. These documents can include wills, powers of attorney, and trusts. Allowing me to develop an estate plan tailored to you ensures that your preferences are honored and that your affairs are managed by someone you trust.

Probate is a court-managed legal process that involves recognizing a will, or if there is no will, ensuring that assets are distributed according to intestacy laws. During probate, the court will appoint someone to administer the estate. Not all types of assets go through probate, and it is not always necessary to open an estate. If your loved one has died, I can help you determine whether to open an estate and ease your burden by handling administration of the estate.

A guardianship is a legal process by which a court appoints someone to be a guardian, i.e., to make financial or medical decisions, for an incapacitated adult. The process involves a person seeking guardianship to petition the court and a hearing where the presiding judge determines whether a guardianship is warranted, what kind of guardianship is needed, and who should serve as guardian. If you are seeking guardianship of your loved one, I can help you navigate this process.

I can assist you with the formation of your Pennsylvania business. I will advise you of the pros and cons of the various types of business structures so that you can choose the one that is best suited to your needs. After your business is up and running, I can create, review, or refine business contracts to ensure effective and enforceable agreements and successful business relationships.