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Trusted Estate Planning & Elder Law Services in Utah
At Amicus Law Firm, we are dedicated to protecting and preserving your legacy through comprehensive legal solutions tailored to Utah families. Specializing in estate planning, elder law, Medicaid planning, and special needs planning, our team of experienced attorneys prioritizes your family's needs with honesty, integrity, and compassion. We provide individualized guidance, leveraging our expertise to address unique financial and personal concerns while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.Our client-centric approach emphasizes transparency, education, and accessibility, offering consultations seven days a week to accommodate your scheduling needs. With offices in Farmington and Lehi, Utah, we combine local knowledge with a team-based strategy to deliver optimal legal outcomes for every client.
Services
Estate Planning
Medicaid Planning
Special Needs Trusts
Wills
Guardianship
Asset Protection
Conservatorship
Long-Term Care Planning
Power of Attorney
Revocable Living Trusts
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized legal strategies tailored to Utah families' unique needs.
- Our attorneys specialize in estate, elder, and special needs law with deep local expertise.
- We provide compassionate guidance through life's most challenging legal decisions.
- We combine a team-based approach with individualized attention for optimal results.
- We prioritize transparency, education, and accessibility in every client interaction.
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Services
Estate Planning
Estate planning ensures your assets and wishes are protected for future generations. We create customized wills, trusts, and legal frameworks to safeguard your legacy while minimizing probate complications. Our Utah-specific expertise helps families maintain control over asset distribution and healthcare decisions.
Medicaid Planning
Medicaid planning secures financial eligibility for critical healthcare services while protecting family assets. We navigate complex qualification requirements to help Utah families access benefits without compromising their financial stability through strategic trust arrangements and documentation.
Special Needs Trusts
Special needs trusts provide financial security for loved ones with disabilities without jeopardizing government benefits. Our attorneys design customized trust structures that maintain eligibility for Medicaid and SSI while covering supplemental care expenses unique to each family's circumstances.
Wills
Wills establish clear directives for asset distribution and guardianship after death. We draft legally binding documents that reflect your specific wishes while ensuring compliance with Utah probate laws to prevent family disputes and administrative delays.
Guardianship
Guardianship services protect vulnerable individuals unable to make informed decisions about their care or finances. We establish court-approved frameworks for minors, elderly adults, and disabled persons while balancing legal requirements with families' emotional needs in Northern Utah communities.
People
Greg Maxwell
Attorney
Greg Maxwell, JD, MS, CFP, combines legal and financial expertise to create comprehensive estate plans. He focuses on elder law and special needs planning, prioritizing client education and compassionate guidance through complex legal processes.
Daniel Maxwell
Attorney
Daniel Maxwell, JD, specializes in estate planning and Medicaid compliance. He provides personalized legal solutions with a focus on asset protection and long-term care planning, emphasizing clear communication and thorough documentation.
Questions
What documents are essential for basic estate planning?
Basic estate plans include a will, durable power of attorney, and healthcare directives. We recommend adding trusts for asset protection and probate avoidance in Utah.
How does Medicaid planning protect my assets?
Medicaid planning uses legal strategies like irrevocable trusts to protect assets while qualifying for benefits. Our Utah-specific approach preserves resources for family while covering long-term care costs.
Can I modify my estate plan after creation?
Yes, we review and update plans regularly to reflect life changes, tax law revisions, or evolving family needs. Schedule a consultation to adjust your existing documents.
What happens if I don't establish a guardianship for a disabled adult?
Without legal guardianship, families lose decision-making authority for incapacitated loved ones. We help establish appropriate frameworks to maintain care control under Utah law.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes, we provide remote consultations via video conferencing for estate planning, Medicaid, and special needs matters while maintaining document security and legal compliance.
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