Estate Planning

Estate Planning Attorneys in Philadelphia

Estate planning protects your assets, provides for loved ones, and ensures your wishes are honored. We offer customized estate planning services, create legally sound estate plans to minimize tax burdens, simplify asset distribution, and provide financial security for future generations. Whether you need a will, trust, or other asset protection strategy, we offer peace of mind with a plan that aligns with your goals.

Our Estate Planning Services

Will & Trusts
A well-drafted will ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes and helps prevent disputes among beneficiaries. For additional control, tax benefits, or privacy, we assist in creating revocable and irrevocable trusts tailored to your needs.

Our trust services include:

Allows you to maintain control of your assets during your lifetime while simplifying asset transfer upon death

Provides tax benefits and asset protection but cannot be changed once established

Ensures financial support for loved ones with disabilities without jeopardizing government benefits

Shields assets from creditors and legal claims

Allows for tax-efficient donations while maintaining benefits for your heirs

Powers of Attorney & Advance Healthcare Directives

Life is unpredictable, and it’s essential to have legal documents in place to manage your affairs if you become incapacitated.

We Prepare:

Appoints a trusted individual to manage your financial matters if you are unable to do so

Designates someone to make medical decisions on your behalf

Ensure your medical preferences are followed in end-of-life situations

Asset Protection & Medicaid Planning

Protecting your assets from creditors, lawsuits, and long-term care costs can be an important aspect of estate planning. We develop custom strategies to safeguard wealth while preparing for future care needs. If you’re facing long-term care expenses and Medicaid eligibility, we provide Medicaid planning services to help clients qualify for benefits without exhausting their savings.

We assist with:
Comprehensive financial analysis to assess Medicaid eligibility

  • Strategic planning to legally protect assets while meeting Medicaid requirements
  • Spend-down and crisis planning for those in immediate need of long-term care
  • Navigating the Medicaid application process and petitioning for appeals
  • Legal documentation, including Powers of Attorney, wills, and contracts to support asset preservation

Will & Trusts

If you own a business, estate planning helps ensure a smooth transition of ownership. We help business owners create succession plans that minimize tax liabilities, maintain business continuity, and protect their legacy.

Pennslyvania Estate & Inheritance Tax Guidance

Pennsylvania imposes an inheritance tax on certain assets passed to heirs. We provide strategic planning to minimize tax burdens and ensure compliance with state laws, helping families preserve their wealth for future generations. For high-net-worth individuals, we also offer guidance on federal estate tax considerations, helping clients structure their estate plans to reduce or eliminate potential federal tax liabilities.

We’d Like To Help You Protect Your Legacy

For more than a century, we have worked with individuals and families to translate their success into a meaningful and lasting legacy. Let us help you plan and probate your estate. Contact Us Today (215) 822-9750 for a FREE consultation.

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Why Choose Mittman Law?

We guide individuals and families in the Philadelphia area through the complexities of long-term care planning with compassion and local expertise.

Here’s why clients trust us:

Plan for Your Future with a Trusted Legal Partner

Long-term care planning requires careful financial and legal preparation. Whether planning ahead or facing an immediate need, let our local firm bring peace of mind to your family. Call 215-822-9750 or contact us to schedule a review of your assets and receive trusted legal guidance.