Affeldt Law Offices, S.C.
Collectively, our attorneys possess more than 120 years of legal experience, which means our firm and expertise has become increasingly specialized.
We primarily specialize in the following areas:
Estate Planning & Elder Law
Estate and Trust Administration
Business and Corporate Law
Residential and Commercial Real Estate Transactions
Guardianships
However, throughout our many years of practice, we have established an excellent network of referral attorneys. So if you, or your family, are in need of any legal services, we encourage you to contact us first. Our primary goal will always be to service your legal needs directly but if we are unable to for any reason, we will strive to provide you with a confidential referral to a competent attorney to assist you.
We understand that each person and family is unique therefore when it comes to protecting your values and finances there is not a one-size fits all plan. We work with you to simplify the process and create a plan that fits your needs, protects your wishes and maximizes your wealth.
Planning for the future can be a difficult and daunting task but the process should not be. Please contact us and let us see how we can protect you and your family.
Our estate planning expertise and planning services include:
Retirement and wealth planning to maximize your tax benefits.
Protecting your wishes and values regarding your health, including end-of life planning, with a Healthcare Power of Attorney also known as a Living Will.
Protecting your wealth and finances when you may no longer be able to do so or when assistance may be beneficial with a Financial Power of Attorney.
Last Will and Testament.
Maximizing financial benefits, asset protection, and avoiding the stress, cost and time involved with the Probate process by utilizing a Revocable Living Trust and Pour-Over Will.
Financial assistance planning for those with a physical disability, mental disability or chronic illness by utilizing a Special Needs Trust.
Other trusts, as your needs may require.
Educating clients on legal implications and future changes which may affect their estate plan, such as the impact of marital property under the Wisconsin’s Marital Property Act and the benefits and disadvantages of the Probate v. Trust Administration process.
Advising on how you may secure eligibility for long-term care.
Reviewing an existing estate plan to determine if your assets are adequately protected.
Working with your financial advisor and/or tax advisor to seamlessly communicate your wishes to save you time and provide peace of mind.
If you need assistance managing the final affairs of a person who has passed, please contact us and let us see how we may assist you.
We understand that the loss of a loved one can be an extremely emotional, overwhelming, and difficult time for family and friends. On top of that, as a Personal Representative, Trustee, or beneficiary, you may be facing difficult legal and financial decisions.
We are here to assist you throughout the process. Our approach is to start with a conversation so we may gather information so we can help you make an informed decision about the next steps. Following that meeting, you may choose to let us handle all aspects of the administration process with your input or you may choose to consult with us while you manage the day-to-day handling of the Estate or Trust. In all instances, with over 120 years of experience collectively, you can rest assured that the process will run smoothly.
We understand that effective contracts and a well-advised management team can save businesses time and money.
Your time is valuable therefore we strive to make business transitions seamless and efficient so you can concentrate on your business and its needs..
If you need assistance with a corporate or business matter, please
contact us.
We understand that real estate transactions can be a complicated, time-consuming and time-sensitive matter. We are here to simplify the process by managing your transaction from start to finish.
If you need assistance with a real estate matter, please contact us.
Assisting you from start to end with selling or purchasing property, including preparing and reviewing real estate documents, communicating with brokers, title agencies and financial institutions.
Transferring or gifting property to a person or an entity, such as a business or charity.
Re-titling your property into the name of your Trust or business.
Commercial and Residential leasing, including lease review, lease drafting and lease renewals.
Assisting real estate disputes, including evictions and rent collection
If you need assistance with a real estate matter, please contact us.
If you need assistance with a guardianship matter, please contact us and let us see how we may help.
We understand that the sudden incapacity of a loved one can be an emotional, overwhelming, and challenging time for family and friends. On top of that, decisions must be made to ensure the healthcare and/or financial needs of the individual are satisfied. If the individual does not have a Healthcare or Financial Power of Attorney in place these powers must be granted by the Court.
A Guardian of the Person is required so that healthcare decisions in the best interests of the individual can be made. A Guardian of the Estate is required so that financial decisions in the best interests of the individual can be made. These powers may be granted on a temporary and/or permanent basis by the Court.
We are here to assist you throughout the process. With over thirty-five years of experience of assisting in-state and out-of-state guardians with the appointment, continuing guardianship matters, and terminations of guardianships.
Please send us a message and we will get back to you at our earliest opportunity.
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Affeldt Law Offices, S.C.
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Affeldt Law Offices, S.C.
414-312-4560
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Affeldt Law Offices, S.C. is an established family-operated law firm that has been providing premium legal services to its clients and local community since 1909.
8741 W. National Avenue,
West Allis, WI 53227