Beginning your estate planning journey often requires difficult conversations. Thinking about the future, succession, and end-of-life wishes is not easy, but it is necessary to protect your loved ones and ensure your intentions are honored. Many people believe that writing a will is enough, but your estate plan involves several important components that work together to safeguard your assets and guide your family.

At Kelley Law Firm, we help you create a complete and effective estate plan. Whether you need a will, trusts, powers of attorney, or guidance on beneficiary planning, our firm provides clear direction and support. Our Estate Planning Attorney is experienced in both Kansas and Missouri law, ensuring your estate planning documents are legally sound and customized to your needs.

Your estate plan is more than paperwork. It is a roadmap for your family and a way to protect what matters most.

Wills

A will is one of the most important tools in an estate plan. It outlines your wishes for your assets, property, and personal matters. A will also allows you to choose guardians for minor children, which prevents the court from making this decision on your behalf.



Creating a clear and comprehensive will helps your loved ones avoid lengthy and stressful probate proceedings. At Kelley Law Firm, we work with you to establish a complete last will and testament that reflects your wishes and gives your family peace of mind.

Trusts

A trust can be an important part of your estate plan, depending on your goals and your financial situation. Speaking with an experienced trust lawyer can help you determine whether a trust is right for you.



At Kelley Law Firm, we explain the different types of trusts and help you choose the right structure for your estate plan. Many clients find trusts beneficial because they can reduce tax liability, avoid probate, and protect assets for beneficiaries, including those with special needs. Our attorneys have extensive experience working with clients in both Kansas and Missouri on trust creation and trust administration.

Powers of Attorney

Choosing who will make decisions for you if you become unable to act is an important part of your estate plan.

A Power of Attorney (POA) allows you to assign medical and financial decision-making authority to someone you trust. In both Kansas and Missouri, several types of POAs exist, and the attorneys at Kelley Law Firm will help you determine which options suit your needs.

You may want one person to manage everything, or you may want separate POAs for different areas of responsibility. For example, one individual may handle your healthcare decisions while another manages your finances. We guide you through each option and help you establish clear and effective POA documents.

If you need an estate planning lawyer,   contact Kelley Law Firm   to help you create a thorough plan. Our law office proudly serves Kansas City, Overland Park, Olathe, Shawnee, Independence, Belton, Liberty, Grandview, Roeland Park, Prairie Village, Lenexa, North Kansas City, Lee's Summit, Raytown, Independence, Gladstone, Johnson County, KS, Wyandotte County, KS, Douglas County, KS, Jackson County, MO, Cass County, MO, Clay County, MO, and Platte County, MO.