Maynard Law Associates

Estate Planning Attorney in St. Clair Shores, Michigan

Estate planning is often prompted by changes in family life. A marriage, divorce, the birth of a child, the purchase of a home, or the desire to support a favorite charity can all be reasons to create or update an estate plan. Maynard Law Associates helps clients prepare legal documents that reflect these changing circumstances while providing clear instructions for the future.

The firm's estate planning services include wills, living trusts, advance directives, guardianships, conservatorships, and related planning for individuals and families throughout Macomb County.

Wills and Living Trusts

A will allows a person to decide how property should be distributed after death and who should be responsible for administering the estate. A living trust may provide another way to manage and transfer assets depending on a family's circumstances and planning goals.

Maynard Law Associates works with clients to prepare estate planning documents that reflect their wishes while encouraging periodic reviews when life changes occur. A plan created years earlier may no longer address a growing family, a divorce, new financial circumstances, or changing relationships.

Planning for Medical Decisions

Estate planning is not limited to distributing property after death. Many people also want to document their preferences for future medical care if they become unable to communicate those decisions themselves.

The firm prepares advance directives and living wills that allow clients to express their wishes regarding medical treatment while providing guidance to family members during difficult situations.

Protecting Children and Other Loved Ones

Parents often want more than instructions for distributing property. They also want to decide who should care for their children if they are no longer able to do so.

Maynard Law Associates assists clients with guardianship planning for minor children as well as guardianship and conservatorship matters that may become necessary when another person cannot safely manage personal or financial affairs. 

Planning ahead allows families to make these decisions thoughtfully rather than during an unexpected crisis.

Planning for Family, Friends, Charities, and Pets

Every estate plan reflects different priorities. Some people wish to leave assets to an unmarried partner, lifelong friend, or charitable organization. Others want to ensure that a beloved pet will continue to receive care after they are gone.

Maynard Law Associates helps clients incorporate these personal wishes into an estate plan so that the people, organizations, and responsibilities that matter most are addressed alongside the distribution of property.

Serving Clients Throughout Macomb County

Located in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, Maynard Law Associates serves clients from communities throughout Macomb County, including Eastpointe, Roseville, Warren, Fraser, Clinton Township, Center Line, Mount Clemens, Harrison Township, and New Baltimore. Whether preparing an initial estate plan or updating documents after a significant life event, the firm assists clients in creating plans that reflect their current wishes and family circumstances.

Practice Areas

• Estate Planning

• Wills

• Living Trusts

• Advance Directives

• Living Wills

• Guardianship Planning for Minor Children

• Guardianships

• Conservatorships

• Estate Tax Planning

• Charitable Estate Planning

• Pet Estate Planning