ESTATE PLANNING

 A Last Will and Testament is one of the most important legal documents you can create. It allows you to determine how your assets will be distributed, who will administer your estate, and, if applicable, who will care for your minor children. At Matthew Ettinger Law we help individuals and families create comprehensive estate plans that provide clarity, protect loved ones, and ensure their wishes are carried out. 

 A Financial Power of Attorney allows you to appoint a trusted individual to manage your financial and legal affairs if you become unable to do so yourself or simply need assistance with important financial matters. At Matthew Ettinger Law , we prepare customized Financial Powers of Attorney designed to protect your interests while ensuring your chosen agent has the authority necessary to act on your behalf. 

 A Medical Power of Attorney allows you to appoint a trusted individual to make healthcare decisions on your behalf if you become unable to communicate or make those decisions yourself. At Matthew Ettinger Law, we prepare customized Medical Powers of Attorney to ensure your medical preferences are respected and that someone you trust is authorized to act in your best interests. 

 A Living Will allows you to express your wishes regarding medical treatment if you become unable to communicate your decisions due to a serious illness or injury. By clearly documenting your preferences, you can help ensure that your healthcare choices are respected while providing guidance to your loved ones and medical providers during difficult circumstances. 

A trust can be an effective estate planning tool to help manage assets, protect beneficiaries, and carry out your wishes both during your lifetime and after your passing. Whether you are seeking to avoid probate, provide for loved ones, or preserve family wealth, Matthew Ettinger Law can help you determine whether a trust is appropriate for your estate planning goals. 

  Whether you are seeking to protect a vulnerable loved one through a guardianship or grow your family through adoption, Matthew Ettinger Law provides compassionate guidance and experienced legal representation throughout the process. Our office assists clients with adult guardianships, guardianships of the person and estate, stepparent and kinship adoptions, adult adoptions, termination of parental rights when necessary, and related court proceedings. We are committed to helping families navigate these important legal matters with professionalism, personalized attention, and a focus on achieving the best possible outcome.