Estate Planning in Oregon and Washington
Estate planning protects your family, future, and legacy. At Dolev Law, we create wills, trusts, and powers of attorney tailored to your life, giving you clarity, control, and peace of mind. Our goal is to make the process simple, personal, and stress-free.
What Is Estate Planning?
Estate planning is about making sure the people you care about are supported, no matter what the future holds. It’s a plan for both incapacity and death that puts your wishes and goals at the center. A thoughtful estate plan can include tools like wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney - ensuring the right people can step in to make decisions, that your assets are passed on the way you intend, and that your loved ones are cared for with clarity and ease.
With the right plan in place, you give those closest to you the gift of guidance and peace of mind - helping them avoid unnecessary stress, conflict, and court involvement while carrying out what matters most to you.
What Does an Estate Planning Attorney Do?
An estate planning attorney doesn’t just draft documents, they help you make informed choices about your future. From creating wills and trusts to guiding you through probate and guardianships, they ensure your plan reflects your values and protects your assets. They also anticipate challenges, ask the hard questions, and customize every detail so your loved ones aren’t left with confusion or conflict.
Most Important Estate Planning Tools
Estate planning isn’t just about a will, it’s about using the right tools to protect your assets, family, and wishes. Here are the essentials.
Wills
Your last will and testament names who inherits your assets, appoints guardians for minor children, and designates an executor. At Dolev Law, we ensure your will is clear, legally sound, and minimizes future disputes.
Trusts
A trust lets you manage and protect assets during your lifetime and after. Whether you need a revocable living trust for flexibility or an irrevocable trust for tax benefits and protection, Dolev Law helps you choose the right option for your family or business.
Power of Attorney
A power of attorney ensures someone you trust can make financial or medical decisions on your behalf if you’re unable. From durable to medical powers of attorney, we’ll help you set up the right documents to protect your wishes.
Guardianships & Conservatorships
When a loved one can’t manage their own affairs, guardianships and conservatorships provide legal authority to step in. We guide families through this complex process with clarity and compassion.
Elder Law
Elder law focuses on protecting the dignity, wishes, and well-being of aging loved ones. It includes planning for healthcare, long-term care, finances, and decision-making so that seniors and their families have clarity and support for the years ahead.
Asset Protection
Asset protection strategies safeguard your wealth from lawsuits, creditors, or unexpected risks. With the right tools, you can shield your family and business assets while maintaining control and flexibility for the future.
Tax Protection
Without proper planning, estate taxes can take a significant portion of what you leave behind. Smart estate tax planning uses tools to reduce your tax burden, ensuring more of your wealth goes to your loved ones, not the government.
Special Needs Planning
Families with children or loved ones with disabilities often need a special needs trust to protect benefits while ensuring lifelong care. The right plan gives peace of mind today and security for tomorrow.
Do You Really Need an Estate Planning Attorney?
While it’s possible to create a will or trust on your own, DIY documents often leave gaps that can cost families far more later. An estate planning attorney ensures your plan is legally sound, tailored to your life, and built to withstand challenges. With expert guidance, you protect your assets, avoid unnecessary taxes, and give your loved ones clarity when they’ll need it most.
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Meet Your Estate Planning Guide
Eleanor Dolev, founder of Dolev Law, brings 15+ years of legal experience to every plan. Licensed in Oregon and Washington, she’s guided families and business owners through wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate, and succession, always with clear guidance and genuine care. As an attorney, entrepreneur, and mom of three, Eleanor knows how to protect both what you’ve built and who you love.
Who Benefits from Estate Planning?
Estate planning is for anyone who wants peace of mind knowing their loved ones and assets are protected. At Dolev Law, we guide people from all walks of life:
Young Adults
Young Families
Married Couples with Children
Couples without Children
Blended Families
Life Partners
Single Parents
Business Owners
High-Net-Worth Individuals
Individuals Caring for Loved Ones
Elderly Parents & Seniors
Special Needs Families
Unmarried Couples
Multinational Families
Retirees Planning for the Future
How Life Looks Like with An Estate Plan in Place
An estate plan is more than paperwork, it’s peace of mind for you and security for your family. Here’s what life looks like when you have a plan in place:
Your loved ones avoid stressful probate battles and know exactly what to do.
Your children and dependents are cared for the way you intended.
Your wealth passes smoothly, preserving more for your family, not the courts.
Your legacy reflects your values, from family support to charitable giving.
What Families & Business Owners Say About Dolev Law
You Don’t Have to Figure This Out Alone
Secure your financial future today. Our experienced attorneys provide personalized consultations to understand your needs and offer expert legal advice. Schedule now for tailored solutions that protect your assets.
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