ESTATE PLANNING & PROBATE
PLAN TODAY, PROTECT TOMORROW: Comprehensive Estate Planning Services
Estate planning and probate can feel overwhelming, but having a clear, personalized plan is essential to protect your assets and ensure your wishes are honored. Whether you’re preparing a will, setting up trusts, establishing powers of attorney, or navigating the probate process, our experienced Dayton attorneys are here to guide you every step of the way.
We understand that these decisions can be difficult to face, but starting now can ease the burden on your loved ones and provide lasting peace of mind. With over sixty years of combined experience, we offer comprehensive, tailored estate planning and probate services—including guardianships and estate administration—delivered with clear communication and thoughtful legal guidance.
Contact us today to begin planning for the future with confidence and clarity.
ESTATE PLANNING: Protect Your Wishes and Provide Peace of Mind
It is not uncommon for people to put off estate planning, but without a valid will or trust, your assets may be distributed in ways that don’t reflect your true wishes. This can create unnecessary hardship and conflict for your loved ones during an already difficult time. By working with experienced Dayton estate planning attorneys, you can ensure your assets are handled according to your desires, giving you peace of mind and protecting your family’s future.
Our attorneys guide you through the entire process, helping you draft essential documents such as a last will and testament, living trusts, powers of attorney, and other important directives. Ohio law has specific requirements for wills to be considered valid—such as the need for witnesses and that the testator is of sound mind—making it crucial to work with knowledgeable counsel to avoid mistakes that could lead to costly disputes or confusion.
Estate planning is not just a one-time task. Life is full of changes—births, marriages, divorces, and other significant events—that may require updating your plan to reflect your current circumstances and goals. We stay in close contact with our clients to help keep their estate plans current, ensuring their wishes are honored no matter what happens.
If you want to secure your legacy and provide clarity and protection for your family, contact our Dayton office today. Let us help you create a thoughtful, comprehensive estate plan tailored to your needs.
PROBATE: Guiding You Through Estate Administration with Experience and Compassion
The Ohio probate process is the legal procedure through which a deceased person’s estate is administered and distributed. Whether or not there is a valid will, probate ensures that debts are paid, taxes are settled, and remaining assets are properly transferred to heirs or beneficiaries. While many expect this process to be straightforward, it can quickly become complex and stressful—especially for a personal representative who must navigate numerous responsibilities and potential challenges.
We understand how overwhelming probate can feel during a difficult time of loss, which is why our experienced attorneys are here to manage the legal complexities for you. We are committed to helping you understand your responsibilities, securing a complete accounting of the estate’s assets, and guiding you through the most efficient process possible, so you can focus on moving forward with peace of mind.
ADOPTION
Adoption is a meaningful and beautiful way to grow your family, whether it involves birth parents making a selfless choice or grandparents, stepparents, or foster parents planning for the permanency of a child in their home.
Every adoption journey is unique and comes with important legal steps that must be carefully navigated to ensure the best possible outcome for everyone involved.
The experienced attorneys at Boucher & Kolber provide respectful, compassionate support tailored to your situation. Whether you’re pursuing a private adoption, grandparent adoption, stepparent adoption, or foster parent adoption, we guide you through the process with care, clarity, and understanding every step of the way.
