Business Details
Trusted Estate Planning Attorneys in Las Vegas, NV
At Grant Morris Dodds, we are recognized leaders in estate planning, probate, and asset protection law, serving clients in Nevada and Utah. Our team of attorneys brings decades of combined experience, advanced legal education, and a commitment to personalized service. We specialize in creating tailored solutions for estate planning, trust administration, guardianship, and business planning, ensuring clients' assets and legacies are protected.With offices in Las Vegas, Henderson, and Cedar City, we provide accessible, ethical legal representation. Our attorneys hold prestigious recognitions, including Super Lawyers designations and Top Lawyer awards. We prioritize client education, transparent fee structures, and community engagement, offering free consultations to help individuals and families navigate complex legal matters with confidence.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Services
Asset Protection
Guardianship
Business Planning
Trust Administration
Elder Law
Wills and Trusts
Tax Planning
Beneficiary Representation
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of combined legal experience in estate planning and probate
- Our team includes Super Lawyers-recognized attorneys and Top Lawyer award winners
- We provide personalized service with transparent, fair fee structures
- We maintain 5-star client ratings across multiple review platforms
- We offer free initial consultations with licensed attorneys
What people say
5-star rated attorneys
Fair fees structure
Expert legal solutions
Personalized service approach
Free consultation option
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services create comprehensive strategies to protect assets and ensure proper distribution. We help clients establish wills, trusts, and advanced directives tailored to their unique circumstances. Our attorneys guide clients through options for minimizing tax liabilities and ensuring healthcare directives are properly documented.
Probate Services
We assist executors and beneficiaries with probate proceedings following a loved one's death. Our services include will validation, asset inventory, debt settlement, and distribution guidance. We help navigate court requirements while minimizing delays and conflicts among heirs.
Asset Protection
Our asset protection strategies safeguard clients' financial interests through legal structures like Nevada Asset Protection Trusts. We help professionals and business owners implement measures against potential lawsuits while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
Guardianship
We establish legal frameworks for managing affairs of incapacitated individuals or minors. Our services include petitioning courts for guardianship, creating care plans, and ensuring compliance with ongoing reporting requirements for protected persons.
Trust Administration
We guide trustees through post-death trust administration processes. Our services include asset valuation, beneficiary notifications, tax filings, and distribution coordination. We ensure proper execution of trust terms while maintaining legal compliance throughout the administration period.
People
David M. Grant
Partner
Founding attorney with Master of Accountancy degree. Recognized as Super Lawyers Rising Star and Southern Nevada Top 100 Attorney. Specializes in estate planning with Nevada and Utah bar admissions.
Robert L. Morris
Partner
Estate law specialist overseeing hundreds of probate cases. Super Lawyers honoree in probate and guardianship. Named among Vegas Inc.'s Best of the Best Southern Nevada attorneys.
Mark L. Dodds
Partner
CPA-qualified attorney with Masters in Taxation. Over 20 years' experience in estate planning and tax law. Licensed in Nevada, Utah, and Idaho with extensive client counseling background.
Jason Aivaz
Associate Attorney
Experienced estate planning attorney providing tailored legal solutions. Focuses on client education and implementation of comprehensive asset protection strategies.
W. Kent Corry
Co-Counsel
Seasoned legal advisor handling complex estate matters. Provides strategic guidance on high-value estate planning and trust administration issues.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I need?
Essential documents include wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Our attorneys help determine appropriate structures based on your assets and family situation.
How does probate work in Nevada?
Nevada probate involves validating wills, inventorying assets, settling debts, and distributing estates. Our firm guides executors through court processes to ensure efficient administration.
Can I protect assets from lawsuits?
Yes, through strategies like Nevada Asset Protection Trusts. We implement legal structures to safeguard assets while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
What happens without estate planning?
Without planning, asset distribution follows state intestacy laws. This may result in unintended beneficiaries and increased administrative burdens during probate proceedings.
Do I need a trust or will?
Trusts avoid probate and provide management during incapacity. Wills are suitable for simpler estates. Our attorneys help determine the best option based on your specific circumstances.
How to establish guardianship?
We assist petitioning courts for guardianship of minors or incapacitated adults. This includes preparing legal documents and guiding through court requirements for protected persons' care.
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