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David Waterstradt

PROFESSIONAL MUSKEGON ELDER LAW & ESTATE PLANNING ATTORNEY

As the old saying goes, death and taxes (and other end-of-life expenses) are inevitable. But at least you can minimize the taxes and expenses with comprehensive planning.

We Will Help You To

REACH YOUR GOAL

Our goal is to provide you with excellent advice and top-notch service in a down-to-earth way.


  • avoid taxes
  • protect assets from nursing home and assisted living expenses
  • plan for veteran's benefits
  • avoid probate
  • plan for business succession
  • have a guardian or conservator appointed for an incapacitated relative
  • protect your own assets upon disability of yourself or your spouse
  • plan for a family cottage
  • appoint guardians and make trust arrangements for children who are minors
  • protect assets or leave an inheritance to a disabled child without disturbing their benefits
  • protect a gift or inheritance for a child faced with divorce or other creditor issues
  • plan for your second marriage, with equitable treatment of new spouse and children from a prior marriage
  • appoint a patient advocate and an agent under durable power of attorney to make decisions if you become disabled
  • get your wishes in writing
  • or any of a number of other estate planning issues

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