Estate planning is essential for ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, and that your loved ones are cared for after you're gone. It’s never too early to start planning, and Archuleta Romaine Law Firm can help you create a comprehensive plan that provides peace of mind for you and your family.

Wills and Trusts: Ensuring Your Wishes Are Honored

A will is a legal document that outlines how you want your property and assets to be distributed after your death. Without a will, the state decides how your estate will be divided. A trust, on the other hand, can help you avoid probate and ensure that your assets are managed according to your preferences while you're still alive and after you pass.

At Archuleta Romaine Law Firm, we help you create:

  • Wills: To specify how your assets will be distributed and appoint an executor.
  • Trusts: To manage assets during your lifetime and avoid probate, while also providing privacy and protection for your beneficiaries.

Probate: Navigating the Legal Process After a Loss

Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s will is validated, and their assets are distributed. This can be a complicated and emotional process, especially if there’s a dispute among heirs or the will is contested.

Our firm provides experienced probate services to guide families through:

  • Probate administration: Ensuring the proper distribution of assets.
  • Executor duties: Assisting the named executor in fulfilling their responsibilities.
  • Will contests: Representing clients if the validity of a will is challenged.

We handle the legal complexities so you can focus on what matters most—your family.

Guardianship and Elder Care: Protecting Your Loved Ones' Future

If you have aging parents or a loved one who can no longer care for themselves, establishing guardianship may be necessary. Guardianship allows someone to make decisions on behalf of a person who is unable to make decisions for themselves due to age, illness, or disability.

We assist with:

  • Guardianship: Appointing a responsible person to care for a minor or an incapacitated adult.
  • Elder care planning: Creating plans to protect the health and finances of aging loved ones.

Why Choose Archuleta Romaine Law Firm for Your Estate Planning Needs?

Estate planning can seem overwhelming, but with the right legal team, you can ensure that your wishes are carried out and your loved ones are protected. Archuleta Romaine Law Firm provides personalized estate planning services, guiding you through every step of the process—from drafting wills and trusts to navigating probate and guardianship issues.

We serve clients across New Mexico, including Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, and beyond. Our goal is to help you create an estate plan that brings peace of mind and ensures your family’s future is secure.

Conclusion

Estate planning is an important step in protecting your assets and ensuring your loved ones are cared for. Whether you need help drafting a will, creating a trust, navigating probate, or establishing guardianship, Archuleta Romaine Law Firm is here to guide you through the process. Contact us today for a consultation, and let us help you create an estate plan that reflects your wishes and protects your family’s future.