Estate plans can benefit people at any stage of life. Whether you have been married for 25 years or are recently married, were recently divorced or just had your first child, our law firm can update your estate plan to meet your current needs. At the Law Office of Linda Staples, P.S., we build strong and lasting relationships with our clients. People feel comfortable seeking help from our firm as their familial and financial structures change.

Don't put it off. Schedule a meeting with attorney Linda Staples to discuss your estate planning needs. Call (360) 694-9309 today for aggressive and vigilant representation. Or, contact us by e-mail to schedule an initial consultation at a reduced fee.

Estate Planning Services to Protect Your Family and Plan for the Future

Attorney Linda Staples provides a broad array of estate planning services, including several that many consider non-traditional but can provide benefits to your overall estate plan. Our law firm can help you with the following:

• Wills
• Trusts
• Living wills, known as health care directives in Washington
• Advance planning for Medicaid and nursing home care: We can help you protect your assets from the high cost of nursing home facilities.
• Guardianships: If you have children under the age of 18 or care for an adult with a disability, a guardianship can ensure your loved one is taken care of when you are no longer able to provide the care.
• Durable powers of attorney
• Gifting: We can partner with your accountant to ensure the tax ramifications of your gifting are fully considered.
• Charitable estate planning
• Business succession planning: Business succession planning can ensure your business is left in good hands after retirement, death, partnership dissolution or other event.
• Community property agreements: Washington is a community property state. In conjunction with our family law and divorce practice, we draft community property agreements to ensure you do not have to go through probate in the event of the death of your spouse.
• Prenuptial agreements: We draft effective prenuptial agreements to ensure your interests are protected in the event of a divorce.

Washington Probate and Trust Administration

Our firm handles probate and trust administration on behalf of executors and beneficiaries. We also represent individuals and families in probate litigation. The need for litigation can arise, for example, because of a will contest or trust dispute. We know how to handle probate cases tactfully while focusing on your best interests.

An experienced litigator, Linda demonstrates vigor and aggressiveness. She believes in being honest with each client and discusses the merits and drawbacks of each case. She will not be able to promise you specific results but will evaluate your case so you can make an informed decision.

We look forward to helping you. Contact us today to schedule an initial consultation at a reduced fee.

Law Office of Linda Staples, P.S.

Telephone: (360) 694-9309 | Fax: (360) 694-9335

1409 Franklin Street, Suite 214
Vancouver, WA 98660
Map and Directions

Vancouver, Washington attorney Linda Staples represents clients throughout southwestern Washington in communities such as Vancouver, Longview, Kelso, Woodland, Ridgefield, Battle Ground, La Center, Camas, Centralia, Chehalis, Washougal and Kalama.

Clark County | Cowlitz County | Klickitat County | Pacific County | Skamania County | Wahkiakum County | Lewis County