Wills and Trusts

Resourceful Morgantown wills and trusts attorneys

A comprehensive estate plan is essential to protecting your assets, family and business partners. Gianola Barnum Wigal & London L.C. attorneys understand the importance of estate planning and guide you through the process of creating wills and establishing trusts, whether this is your first time or an update to an existing estate plan. Updating your estate plan ensures the language in your will reflects any changes in the law or your final wishes.

A valid estate plan at minimum includes:

  • Wills and if necessary, trusts
  • Powers of attorney

Without a will, your estate will be distributed according to the probate laws of the state. Our firm can assist you in creating a legally binding will that preserves your wishes and legacy for the future.

Competently guiding you through the complex probate process

Estate and probate administration requires achieving the goals and wishes of the deceased person, satisfying the requirements of the state and federal government, as well as probate court.

Although valid estate plans are established, difficulties may arise in dividing assets according to your loved one's wishes. When this happens, our skilled litigators provide aggressive representation on legal matters involving:

  • Will contests
  • Dispute resolution
  • Property distribution
  • Surcharge claims—executors, trustees, guardians
  • Determining outstanding debt
  • Proof of an existing valid will
  • Locating assets
  • Tax planning

Your West Virginia wills and trusts lawyers

For legal advice and assistance with your estate matters or if you are in search or a West Virginia auto accident attorney, contact Gianola Barnum Wigal & London L.C. today.