Estate Planning Attorney in Wilton, Connecticut

Plan with Clarity. Protect with Confidence.

As a Wilton resident, you know the value of planning ahead, whether it’s choosing your community, enrolling your children in the right schools, finding your forever home, or investing for your future. At the Law Office of Elizabeth Roache, we help families in Wilton do the same with their legacies. We offer practical, customized estate planning services that provide peace of mind today and protection for generations to come.

We’re proud to be part of the Wilton community. Our office is right here in town, and we work with clients every day who want to ensure their loved ones are cared for, their assets are protected, and their wishes are honored without the stress of probate or court intervention.

Estate Planning Services for Wilton Families

Estate planning isn’t just about documents, it’s about decisions. We take the time to understand your goals, family structure, and financial picture so we can create a plan that fits your life. Our Wilton estate planning services include wills, living trusts, advance healthcare directives & power of attorney, and irrevocable trusts & asset protection.

Our Services

Wills

A will lays the foundation of any estate plan. It spells out who inherits your probated assets and, for parents, who will care for your children if something happens. Without a valid will, state law decides, and the results may not reflect your wishes. As a wills and trusts attorney in Wilton CT, we help you protect your loved ones and clearly outline your wishes.

Advance Healthcare Directives & Powers of Attorney

Your estate plan isn’t only about what happens after you pass, it’s also about protecting your decision-making if you can’t advocate for yourself. Advance healthcare directives and durable powers of attorney allow someone you trust to manage your medical and financial affairs if you're incapacitated.

Living Trusts

Trusts are a powerful way to avoid probate, keep your affairs private, and guide how your assets are used long after you're gone. For Wilton homeowners and professionals with complex assets or growing families, we often recommend revocable trusts to make transitions smooth and stress-free.

Irrevocable Trusts & Asset Protection

Whether you're thinking ahead about long-term care costs, creditor protection, or minimizing estate taxes, irrevocable trusts can help you maintain control while shielding certain assets from risk. We offer asset protection planning in Wilton CT to shield your legacy from unnecessary risk and preserve what you’ve built.

Meet Elizabeth Roache: Estate Planning Attorney for Wilton

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 Wilton 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 Wilton, CT

  • It depends on your goals. For many Wilton families, a revocable trust offers a seamless way to avoid probate and ensure privacy. Others prefer the simplicity of a will. We’ll help you choose the right structure.

    However, as part of an overall, comprehensive estate plan, a special “pour-over” will is used to appoint guardians for any minor children alive at your death.

  • Yes, and Wilton residents with significant assets may be affected. We help clients plan in advance to minimize state and federal estate taxes.

  • We walk through the responsibilities of these roles and help you select someone who is trustworthy, available, and well-suited to carry out your wishes.

Visit Our Wilton Office

Our office is conveniently located in Wilton, CT, just minutes from Wilton Center. We offer in-person and virtual consultations, depending on your preference.

We’re proud to serve clients not just in Wilton, but throughout Fairfield County, including Ridgefield, Westport, New Canaan, Norwalk, Darien, and Weston. Whether you’re just getting started or updating an existing estate plan, let’s sit down and talk about how we can help you create a plan that fits your life.

 

Start Planning Today

If you're ready to protect your loved ones and your legacy, we’re here to help. Contact the Law Office of Elizabeth Roache to schedule a consultation today. We make estate planning personal, practical, and approachable, right here in Wilton.