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What Is Estate Planning?

Estate planning is the process of creating a comprehensive plan for the management and distribution of your assets after you pass away or if you become incapacitated. It’s not just for the wealthy—everyone can benefit from having a clear estate plan in place.

A well-crafted estate plan includes essential documents such as wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney. These documents work together to protect your assets, minimize taxes, avoid family disputes, and ensure your wishes are carried out exactly as you intend.

Wills

Legal documents that specify how your assets will be distributed and who will care for minor children.

Trusts

Flexible arrangements that can help avoid probate, reduce taxes, and provide ongoing management of assets.

Powers of Attorney

Designate trusted individuals to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf if needed.

Healthcare Directives

Specify your medical treatment preferences and designate someone to make healthcare decisions for you.

Common Problems Estate Planning Solves

Without proper estate planning, families can face confusion, delays, and unnecessary stress. Unclear documentation may lead to disputes among loved ones, lengthy probate processes, and unexpected tax burdens, making it harder for beneficiaries to access assets when they need them.

A clear estate plan helps avoid these issues by providing direction, reducing delays and taxes, and ensuring decisions can be made if you become unable to do so. Most importantly, it protects your loved ones and ensures your wishes are carried out smoothly and responsibly.

What Is Estate Planning?

A clear, step-by-step approach designed to protect your assets, your family, and your future.

Discuss Your Goals

We understand your situation, goals, and priorities while answering your questions about estate planning.

Discuss Your Goals

We prepare personalized estate planning documents tailored to your needs, including wills, trusts, and directives.

Discuss Your Goals

We review everything together, explain each document clearly, and make any needed changes.

Discuss Your Goals

We handle the signing process and ensure all documents are properly executed and legally valid.

What You'll Receive

Discuss Your Goals

We review everything together, explain each document clearly, and make any needed changes.

Clear Instructions

Guidance on storing, updating, and sharing your estate plan

Family Protection

Confidence that your loved ones are provided for

Ongoing Support

Access to guidance for future updates and questions

Client Experiences

A Reputation Built on Clarity, Trust, and Thoughtful Guidance

Thoughtful guidance. Clear planning. Trusted by families across Texas.

KELLEY KENDALL

I had the pleasure of working with attorney Amanda Skeen for estate planning and execution of Trust. Not only is Amanda extremely knowledgeable & professional, but she also took time to explain all my questions in detail, was extremely patient as I navigated decisions and kind & compassionate. I highly recommend Skeen Law, Amanda Skeen and her staff, for your estate planning.

Sandra Jimenez

My husband and I are delighted to work with Attorney Amanda Skeen. She manages our Estate Planning needs and we really appreciate the fact that she expedited the whole process to meet our deadline, even when she had a medical emergency. She was on top of things and did not leave the matter unattended.

Reza Haghighatian

Ms. Amanda Skeen and her team provided outstanding assistance with our estate planning. Amanda demonstrated exceptional knowledge, attention to detail, and genuine care throughout the entire process. Their fees are fair and transparent, and we truly appreciated their professionalism and integrity. We highly recommend Ms. Skeens and her team to anyone seeking expert guidance in estate planning.

Jeff Harper

My wife and I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Amanda and her team at the Skeen Law Firm. Amanda was great to work with, answered all of our questions, was very responsive, kind, friendly, honest, respectful and professional. She expertly guided us through the estate planning processes and options with kindness and dignity! She was never pushy or dismissive and made the entire process as easy to navigate as possible. I would highly recommend Amanda and her team at the Skeen Law Firm to handle any and all estate planning activities from simple to complex.

Robin Allen

Amanda Skeen was very professional and easy to work with. Estate planning was done via phone calls with a final meeting for signatures. Her staff was quick with responses to any questions we had. Would highly recommend her.

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Why Choose Sterling Law

Discover what sets us apart and why families trust us with their most important legal matters.

Trusted Expertise

Our attorneys are board-certified specialists with decades of combined experience in estate planning law.

Timely Service

We understand the urgency of your needs and commit to responsive, efficient service at every step.

Proven Results

A track record of successful outcomes for thousands of families across the state.

Personalized Care

Every client receives individualized attention and a customized plan tailored to their unique situation.

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Schedule your free consultation today and take the first step toward securing your legacy with a personalized estate plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about estate planning, probate, and our services.