The Maggiore Law Firm, P.L.L.C. drafts wills and trusts, and represents clients who are contesting or defending a will, trust, or probate proceeding. Mr. Maggiore assists clients in opening and administering an estate (probate) whether the decedent died with or without a will. If someone contests any matter related to the probate proceedings, Mr. Maggiore can work with you to defend the estate or the applicant. If you want to contest any matter in a probate proceeding or need assistance litigating an issue with a trust or a trustee, Mr. Maggiore can help you assert your claim and protect your rights or the rights of the beneficiaries.

Estate litigation can be expensive and damaging to family relationships. To help avoid this and to provide guidance to your family after your death, it is advisable that everyone has a basic estate plan. Such a plan is not required but will guide your family in fulfilling your desires in the event of incapcitation or death.

A basic estate plan consists of a Last Will and Testament, a Statutory Durable Power of Attorney, a Medical Power of Attorney, a Designation of Guardian Before Need Arises, a Directive to Physicians and Family Surrogates, and a HIPPA release.

Mr. Maggiore offers flat-rate pricing for simple estates and hourly fees for estates that require complex tax planning (we do not provide tax advice, but we will work with your tax advisor or tax attorney in creating your estate plan).

Trusts are very versatile and are frequently used for children, special needs children, or disabled or incapacitated persons. If you have a family member or loved one who is incapacitated or suffers from a mental illness, a special needs trust might be appropriate, and you should ask Mr. Maggiore about this during your consultation. Please call Mr. Maggiore for more information or to schedule a consultation at 713.239.3347.