The Law Office of Robert M.L. Baker III

Santa Monica Wills Attorney

Wills are an effective planning tool to ensure your family is taken care of in the event of your death or incapacity. Identifying financial and tax issues, as well as health care considerations, the law office of Robert M.L. Baker III explains how to structure your personal and business affairs in order to protect your family.” Capitalizing on allowances within the tax code, we supplement simple wills and advanced health care directives with trusts and plans for asset reallocation in order to help your estate avoid certain kinds of taxes. Where financial management is an issue regarding your named heirs, we can develop fiduciary safeguards and checks and balances to secure your plans for your will and estate.

To learn more about how we can help you achieve a financial legacy for your family, contact California wills and trusts lawyer Robert M.L. Baker III today. Our California office represents clients throughout Los Angeles County, including the cities of Beverly Hills, Culver City, Malibu, Encino, Marina Del Rey, West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Venice, South Bay, Los Angeles and Sherman Oaks.

Determining Your Estate and Health Care Objectives

Estate planning lawyer Robert M.L. Baker III counsels and represents clients in regard to the following:

• Living will
• Simple will
• Contested wills
• Power of attorney
• Advance healthcare directive

The Importance of Power of Attorney and Wills

Carefully drafted wills are important in an ever-changing world of medical technology and law. The ability to sustain or prolong life has outstripped the ability of legislators and the court to determine clear, unimpeachable legal precedent. As your estate planning lawyer, Mr. Baker includes language that addresses incapacity, end-of-life issues, and termination of life support.

Additionally, since legislation like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) may interfere with the release of important medical information to your care trustee, Mr. Baker includes waivers and release clauses to ensure your will performs as it was intended.

For You and Your Family’s Future

No matter if you’re just starting out or have an established family with older children, creating a will is an important means for protecting your family. Don’t let unexpected difficulties like an illness or divorce threaten your estate – contact Santa Monica wills attorney Robert M.L. Baker III today.