Phelps LaClair, PLC

Since 1979, Phelps LaClair, PLC, a second-generation local law firm, has helped Arizona state individuals create estate plans that streamline the process, protect their assets and family, and minimize taxes. Our firm only deals with the estate planning aspect and does not handle divorce, bankruptcy, or litigation. Your case will be handled by specialists with the latest training and technology. This approach allows us to provide premium services at competitive prices. If a person dies, somebody must administer the estate. Estate administration is the court-supervised operation of a deceased person's property. It can snowball out of control if not handled properly. Administered by a person appointed by the court called an executor, an estate with assets worth more than $75,000 (or $100,000 if real property) in Arizona will be placed in probate. The estate planning attorney helps the executor file paperwork, notify the court and creditors, and locate, evaluate, and pay debts using the estate assets. The estate could be left vulnerable if the executor does not properly fulfill their responsibilities and manage the estate.

The Phelps LaClair law firm has several positive testimonials. Their speciality in trust and estate planning has garnered the most compliments, particularly regarding the lawyer-client interactions and the firm's understanding. Many clients say that Ryan Downs and Jeffrey LaClair made them feel comfortable and made complicated planning documents simple. Numerous clients have also said that the lawyers are courteous and useful even after the estate plan is complete. The firm's care and passion for revising and reforming estate planning documents were also commended. Reviewers also liked the lawyers' patience, professionalism and the way they simplified the funding and asset transfer process. The binder that contains post-signing documents for placing assets in trusts was described by several customers as very great. Phelps LaClair is commended for their straightforward approach to setting a family trust. The procedure is vexing for many, and the trust blueprint clearly captures the writers' expectations. Reviewers say they would use the law firm again and will also refer friends and relatives. They appear willing to provide a positive user experience.