Experienced Indiana Estate Planning and Probate Attorney
An Overview of My Practice
Whether you seek to establish an estate plan to protect your assets and loved ones, you have recently lost a loved one and need assistance in navigating the probate process, or you are a beneficiary of a non-probate transfer, turn to an experienced lawyer to provide the guidance you need to resolve your matter with confidence.
At the office of Margaret Royce Galvin, Attorney at Law, I have dedicated my career to educating clients, identifying their options and assisting them in making informed decisions. With nearly 40 years of practice experience, I have the knowledge and perspective it takes to assist you with your estate planning and probate administration concerns. Call 219-228-7115 (toll free 866-669-5008) to learn how I can help you.
Protecting Your Loved Ones and Your Assets
No matter where you are in life, proper estate planning can give you — and your loved ones— peace of mind that your wishes regarding distribution of your assets will be carried out. Using the right combination of estate planning tools such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, ownership options and beneficiary designations for non-probate transfers, and living wills. I will help you develop an estate plan that meets your needs. In addition, I will create the necessary paperwork to express your wishes regarding financial, medical and end-of-life decisions in the event you are unable to make these decisions on your own.
Guiding You Through the Probate Administration Process
Losing a loved one is already difficult, and if you are left to settle their estate, it can be hard to know where to begin. If you are the executor or administrator of a loved one's estate, I will guide you through the probate process, explaining your obligations and helping you meet them. My goal is to assist you to settle the estate properly and efficiently.
Non-Probate Transfers of Assets
Certain assets are transferred outside of the probate system, either by operation of statute or by specific designation of a beneficiary. If you are the beneficiary of a non-probate property transfer, I will help you complete the necessary paperwork to accomplish the transfer, as well as understand and meet your obligations regarding inheritance tax requirements.
For knowledgeable guidance with any of these matters, I invite you to call 219-228-7115 (toll free 866-669-5008) to schedule an appointment. I represent clients throughout Lake County and surrounding areas.
