Wills Directs asset distribution, names an executor, and designates guardians for minor children.

Revocable Living Trusts Avoids probate, maintains privacy, provides incapacity planning, and allows controlled distributions to beneficiaries.

Powers of Attorney Financial and healthcare powers ensure someone you trust can act on your behalf if you become incapacitated.

Living Wills Expresses your wishes regarding end-of-life medical care.

Connecticut imposes its own estate tax. Estates exceeding applicable thresholds face taxation at both state and federal levels. For larger estates, planning strategies can substantially reduce or eliminate estate tax liability:

• Lifetime gifting programs

• Irrevocable life insurance trusts

• Charitable trusts

• Family limited partnerships

If you own a business, your estate plan must address:

• Leadership succession

• Ownership transfer

• Equitable treatment of family members

• Tax obligations

• Partner/co-owner agreements

Fairfield County residents may own property in multiple states. Without proper planning, each property may require separate probate proceedings. Attorney Dillon is licensed in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey, enabling integrated planning for clients with multi-state assets.

Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan, Westport, Stamford, Norwalk, Fairfield, Wilton, Weston, Ridgefield, and throughout Fairfield County.