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Assisting Clients With Estate And Life Planning Needs
If you suddenly passed away, would your family be left in the dark regarding your assets? No one wants to leave their family scrambling to cover the costs of a funeral, debts, probate administration, and more. Instead, ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes with a concise, thorough estate plan.
Aaron Kendal and Kendal Law Group PC can help you draft a will or establish a trust covering all your estate planning needs. Our team will handle everything from designating a personal representative and trustee to determining who controls your property.
Kendal Law Group PC focuses on helping clients prepare for the future by implementing an estate plan that adequately provides for them and their families. Our Bloomfield Hills, MI, law firm also helps clients with their business needs.
Our legal team is committed to providing our clients and their families with the best possible service. Contact us today to learn how we can help you with your legal needs.
Our Services
What are the Benefits of Hiring an Estate Planning Lawyer?
Although most people understand the benefits of estate planning, many need help figuring out where to begin. However, with the help of an estate planning lawyer, you can create a plan that will provide for your financial needs and those of your beneficiaries.
Some of the most significant benefits of hiring an estate planning lawyer include:
- Provide a professional assessment of your estate planning needs
- Draft legal documents such as a will, power of attorney, and healthcare directive to ensure your final wishes are carried out
- Establish a trust to ensure asset protection and that beneficiaries can access financial resources
- Ensure that your legal documents hold up to any potential legal scrutiny
- Provide you with peace of mind knowing that your final wishes will be fulfilled
Finally, some lesser-known benefits of estate planning include tax planning to reduce the amount of estate tax your beneficiaries will have to pay, and Medicaid planning should you potentially have to enter a nursing home.
Why Does Experience Matter When Choosing a Lawyer?
When it comes to providing strong legal service, experience matters. You want a lawyer who knows the ins and outs of estate planning and can easily guide you through the process. The last thing you want is to be surprised by unexpected legal complications.
Kendal Law Group PC has years of experience helping clients with their estate planning, probate, and business needs. Aaron B. Kendal, President of Kendal Law Group PC, is a dedicated family law attorney with almost 20 years of experience. We will work with you to create an estate plan that meets your unique needs, ensure you understand it, and achieve your goals.
Our experience lets us make estate planning easy for you, our client. From complicated asset protection plan tasks to the most straightforward real estate transfer or business incorporation, we have a firm understanding of the ever-changing legal landscape. We can provide you with compassionate and caring service every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is included in an effective estate plan?Estate plans are as diverse as the people creating them. Every estate plan is different and fits the specific needs of the person creating it. However, some common elements of an estate plan include a will, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. We can help you craft the ideal estate plan that aligns with your goals. When you come to us for help with your estate planning needs, we ensure that you have peace of mind, knowing that your family and beneficiaries will receive the financial resources they need.
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How Often Should I Update My Estate Plan?Generally speaking, you should review your estate plan every few years or whenever there is a significant life event, such as the birth of a child, the death of a spouse, or a change in financial circumstances. Estate planning is an ongoing process, not a one-time event. It should also be noted that if you divorce your spouse, you should update your will immediately. Often, a spouse is named executor or beneficiary, and your current circumstances must be reflected. We can guide your plan and support you as your life changes.
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Can a Business Lawyer Help Me Settle a Contract Dispute?Contract disputes can be costly, time-consuming, and emotionally draining. If you are involved in one, having a qualified business lawyer on your side is essential to protect your best interests. We can help you negotiate a settlement, represent you in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), or take legal action if necessary. A business dispute can easily distract you from being able to grow your company and affect profitability. For this reason, our business litigation lawyers strive to ensure that our clients are treated fairly and obtain favorable outcomes for their legal issues.
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What do I need to do if I am thinking about starting a Michigan business?Congratulations on taking the first step to starting your own business. When starting a business, there are many things to consider, such as what type of business entity to form, how to finance your venture, and what licenses and permits you will need, to name a few. Unfortunately, many individuals can quickly become overwhelmed as they need help putting everything in order to ensure their business’s success. We can help you navigate the process and get your business up and running. We can also represent you in the future should any disputes arise between you and another vendor.
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How can my business avoid commercial litigation?Commercial litigation can be detrimental to many businesses as it often results in negative publicity and extensive legal fees. However, one of the best ways to avoid potential commercial litigation is to hire a knowledgeable business attorney to help you implement sensible practices to minimize risks. A business lawyer can provide you with an honest, neutral assessment of your business practices to help prevent issues that could lead to litigation. If you think your business may be subject to commercial litigation, you must hire an attorney immediately.
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What legal action can I take if someone infringes on my business’s intellectual property?You have worked hard to build your business’s intellectual property only to find that someone has infringed upon it without permission. Intellectual property theft may include copyright, trademark, or patent infringement. Under Michigan and federal law, you can file a lawsuit for an injunction and possible damages. However, you must act quickly and pursue legal action to prevent damage to your brand and financial losses. A business litigation attorney can assist in protecting your company’s assets by thoroughly assessing the case and determining appropriate legal action.
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How can an estate planning attorney help minimize taxes for beneficiaries?One of the most beneficial aspects of hiring an estate planning attorney is evaluating how to reduce the taxes your beneficiaries may have to pay after your death. A skilled attorney familiar with state and federal tax law can identify and implement strategies to reduce tax liabilities. One of the most common methods many estate planning attorneys use is establishing trusts that provide asset protection for Medicaid planning. Our Bloomfield Hills law firm has in-depth experience helping clients with tax planning and would be honored to assist you with your legal needs.
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Can a trustee be sued for trust mismanagement?The trustee’s job is to manage the trust’s legal affairs. For example, the trustee is tasked with keeping all beneficiaries up to date and managing the trust’s assets. The trustee has a fiduciary duty to manage all assets properly and not misuse them for personal gain. However, if trust beneficiaries feel that the trust is not being managed correctly, they can file a lawsuit alleging improper trust administration. However, anyone who wishes to bring a lawsuit against a trustee must have a valid reason and evidence to support their claims.
What Makes Our Business Law Firm Different?
As business lawyers, we understand businesses’ unique challenges and opportunities. We are here to help you navigate the legal landscape so that you can focus on what you do best: running your business.
We also take a proactive approach to estate planning, which means we work with you to identify potential risks and create a plan to protect your assets. Our lawyers also have experience dealing with complex family dynamics that often complicate business and estate planning. We put our years of experience and skills to work so we can help you plan for your business and family’s future.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you with your specific legal needs. We care for all clients by providing actionable advice they can trust. No matter your concerns about the future, we can figure out solutions that will give you peace of mind and achieve your goals.
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Can I Trust Your Law Firm to Draft The Right Documents For My Estate Planning Needs?
Aaron Kendal has extensive experience handling the estate planning needs of Macomb, Wayne and Oakland County, Michigan residents. Our estate planning attorneys can assist with:
- Wills
- Trusts
- Pour-over wills
- Powers of attorney
- Certificates of trust
- Healthcare powers of attorney
- Advanced estate planning, including legacy trusts, charitable remainder trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, asset protection trusts
Having a lawyer when creating an estate plan is essential because estate planning can be complex; working with an experienced attorney can give you peace of mind, knowing your affairs are in order. A mistake can be costly and may cause your estate plan to be invalid.
Regardless of your estate planning needs, our attorneys will draft the legal documents to grant you the peace of mind to face the future confidently. Our estate planning attorneys have extensive experience and will create legal documents that can withstand scrutiny. Contact Kendal Law Group PC today to learn how we can help.
WHY CHOOSE US?
Kendal Law Group PC recognizes that life circumstances can change quickly over time. Marriages, births, and deaths can all affect your current estate plan and may necessitate changes. Every estate plan created through our law offices will also include a free review of your plan every three years to ensure it meets your current needs.
Our law firm offers free professional case evaluations so that we may determine your legal needs. Our experienced attorneys understand that your estate planning or business matters need immediate attention. We also know that every case we handle is different, and we are dedicated to thoroughly assessing your needs to determine your best legal options.
Our business and estate planning attorneys have a proven record of offering clients skilled legal representation regardless of their needs. We take pride in offering our services to assist Bloomfield Hills and surrounding communities. When you come to us for help, we listen to your concerns and create innovative strategies to meet your personal and financial goals.
Unlike law offices that often focus on profits rather than clients' needs, Kendal Law Group PC takes a client-centered approach to all cases. Whether you need help with your business banking needs or Medicaid planning, our attorneys will work with you to create a plan that meets your needs.
Our Bloomfield Hills law firm has a proven record of obtaining favorable client results. We realize that most clients want to resolve their legal issues and go on with their lives. Our dedicated legal team strives to resolve our client's legal issues as quickly as possible so they can have the peace of mind they deserve.
The attorneys of Kendal Law Group PC have established a reputation for excellence due to their hard work and dedication to the Bloomfield Hills community. Our attorneys and legal staff are passionately committed to offering new and returning clients affordable, quality legal representation to help them confidently face the future.
Why Should I Trust the Kendal Law Firm PC for My Estate Planning and Business Needs?
Life gets in the way for many people, and they often put off estate planning until it is almost too late. Similarly, many people need clarification about dealing with business issues and often wait until they have become more prominent complex issues.
When seeking legal help, you need an estate planning or business attorney with decades of experience. When planning your estate, Aaron Kendal will examine your assets thoroughly and develop a strategy that will work best for your goals and needs. If you fail to create an in-depth estate plan before you pass, the chance of your assets going through probate will significantly increase.
You must hire a law firm to help you achieve your estate planning or business goals quickly and efficiently. Our law firm is steadfast in its belief in always putting clients first. We will do whatever it takes to get you results and achieve your goals. Contact our Bloomfield Hills office at 248-609-1718 to get the representation you deserve.
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