Practice Areas
Estate Law
Wills, Trusts & Asset Protection — Redwood City, CA
Plan for Your Family's Future With Confidence
Estate planning is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family and ensure your wishes are honored after you are gone. Without a proper estate plan, California's intestate succession laws will determine how your assets are distributed — which may not reflect your intentions.
Dan Beatty, Attorney at Law helps individuals and families throughout Redwood City and the Bay Area create comprehensive estate plans tailored to their unique circumstances. Whether you need a simple will or a complex trust structure, Dan provides the personal attention and legal expertise to get it right.
Estate planning is not just for the wealthy. Anyone with assets, minor children, or specific wishes about their healthcare and finances can benefit from a well-crafted estate plan. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Estate Planning Services We Provide
Wills & Testaments
We draft legally sound wills that clearly express your wishes for asset distribution, guardianship of minor children, and other important decisions.
Revocable Living Trusts
A living trust allows your estate to bypass probate, saving your family time and money while keeping your affairs private.
Powers of Attorney
We prepare durable powers of attorney for finances and healthcare so trusted individuals can act on your behalf if you become incapacitated.
Advance Healthcare Directives
We document your healthcare wishes so medical providers and loved ones know exactly how to proceed in the event you cannot speak for yourself.
Why Estate Planning Matters
- Ensure your assets go to the people you choose
- Name a guardian for your minor children
- Avoid the costly and time-consuming probate process
- Minimize estate taxes and protect your wealth
- Plan for incapacity with healthcare directives
- Protect assets for future generations
Key Estate Planning Documents
- Last Will and Testament
- Revocable Living Trust
- Durable Power of Attorney
- Healthcare Power of Attorney
- Advance Healthcare Directive (Living Will)
- Beneficiary Designations
- Pour-Over Will
- Trust Funding Documents
Start Planning for Your Family's Future Today
Don't leave your family's future to chance. Contact Dan Beatty today for a free consultation and take the first step toward a comprehensive estate plan.