Estate Planning Attorney in New Canaan, Connecticut
Plan for the Future You Want and the Peace of Mind Your Family Deserves
Creating a comprehensive estate plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family's financial future and ensure your wishes are honored. For New Canaan residents, working with an experienced estate planning professional who understands Connecticut's laws and regulations is essential for developing a plan that addresses your unique needs.
Whether you're looking to establish a will, create trusts, minimize estate taxes, or plan for long-term care, proper estate planning provides peace of mind that your assets will be distributed according to your wishes and your loved ones will be cared for.
Our estate planning services in New Canaan help individuals and families navigate the intricacies of wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives, and probate planning. We work closely with you to develop strategies that protect your legacy while minimizing tax burdens and ensuring a smooth transition of assets to the next generation.
Why Estate Planning is Different in New Canaan
New Canaan families often have complex estate planning needs, from preserving wealth to protecting business interests and real estate holdings in Fairfield County. Those factors can make estate planning more complex, especially if you’re trying to minimize taxes or avoid probate delays.
That’s where we come in: our local office helps New Canaan residents navigate these challenges with straightforward advice and tailored solutions.
Estate Planning Services for New Canaan Families
Estate planning isn’t one-size-fits-all. We take the time to understand your goals, family dynamics, and assets to create a plan that truly fits your needs. Our New Canaan estate planning services help you craft a will, set up trusts, and plan your family’s future with confidence.
Wills: Don’t Leave it to Chance
A will is the backbone of every estate plan, detailing who inherits your assets and who will care for your children. Without one, the courts decide, often with outcomes you wouldn’t choose. We guide clients through every step of creating the wills and trusts New Canaan families need to avoid probate and protect what matters most.
Advance Healthcare Directives & Powers of Attorney: Who Decides if You Can’t?
Your estate plan isn’t just about what happens after you’re gone. Advance directives let you express your medical wishes if you’re incapacitated, and powers of attorney name someone you trust to handle finances or legal issues. These documents can spare your family from painful guesswork.
Living Trusts: Avoid Probate and Keep Things Private
New Canaan homeowners often choose living trusts to skip probate and keep family matters confidential. A trust makes sure your assets go where you want them to, quickly and without court involvement.
Irrevocable Trusts & Asset Protection: Plan Beyond the Basics
If you’re concerned about protecting your wealth from creditors, minimizing taxes, or supporting a loved one with special needs, advanced strategies like irrevocable trusts can help. These tools aren’t just for the ultra-wealthy, they’re smart planning options for many New Canaan families.
Meet Elizabeth Roache: Estate Planning Attorney for New Canaan
I’m Elizabeth Roache, and I’ve spent nearly 15 years helping families plan for life’s “what-ifs.” After starting my legal career in Manhattan’s fast-paced world of Big Law, I chose to open a practice where I could offer clients personal attention and practical solutions. Today, I’m proud to serve families in New Canaan and beyond.
As a mom of four, I know how important it is to have a plan you can count on. Estate planning isn’t just paperwork, it’s about making sure the people you love are cared for, no matter what happens.
FAQs: Estate Planning in New Canaan, CT
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If you want to avoid probate or keep details private, a trust can make transferring your home much easier.
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Connecticut has its own estate tax, and New Canaan’s high property values mean many families need to plan carefully to avoid unexpected tax bills.
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We recommend reviewing your plan every 3-5 years, or sooner if you experience a major life event like marriage, divorce, or having a child.
Serving New Canaan & Neighboring Communities
Our office in Wilton is just a short drive from downtown New Canaan. We regularly work with clients across Fairfield County, including Westport, Ridgefield, Darien, Norwalk, and Weston. Wherever you are in your estate planning journey, we’re here to make it easier.
Want to see how we can help? Schedule a consultation today.
Start Protecting Your Legacy Today
Don’t leave your family’s future to chance. Let’s build a plan you can feel good about. Contact the Law Office of Elizabeth Roache today to schedule a consultation.