LGBTQ Estate Planning

 

Proudly Providing Northwest Indiana’s LGBTQ Couples Estate Planning Services

LGBTQ Estate Planning

 

Proudly Providing Northwest Indiana’s LGBTQ

Couples Estate Planning Services

Northwest Indiana LGBTQ Couples Can Avoid Common Estate Planning Pitfalls 

Although estate planning is important for anyone who wishes to protect their assets and loved ones, it’s potentially more critical for same-sex couples and families. The legal recognition of same-sex marriages opened up many previously unattainable tools and tax-savings methods that come with a legal and recognized marriage. Yet, same-sex couples still may have situations that require extra or special planning, such as adoption by non-biological parents or navigating complicated dynamics with family members. These issues and others require the specialized knowledge and services that Politakis Law has to offer. We will advise you on both the emerging benefits that you can take advantage of and warn you of new challenges as they emerge.

Personalized Planning to Fit Your Specific Needs

Despite the groundbreaking court decisions in many states across the country, it is still very wise for LGBTQ couples to consider the unique estate planning issues that they are likely to face. LGBTQ estate planning is simply estate planning, with added complexities. Politakis Law is here to provide estate planning advice for LGBTQ couples.

Secure Your Wishes with a Comprehensive Estate Plan

A will is what many people think of when it comes to estate planning, but same-sex couples shouldn’t stop there. Same-sex spouses tend to be challenged more often than heterosexual spouses when they need to make medical & financial decisions for partners who are incapacitated or unable to communicate. This is why same-sex couples, especially, need to document their wishes & obtain a comprehensive estate plan. Make sure you work with a professional to ensure you have all the documents you need to carry out your final wishes, including: