An estate plan isn't about death—it's about making sure the people and things you've built are protected no matter what happens. Ashford & Vane has guided Connecticut families through this since 1991.
We see the same expensive mistakes over and over: beneficiary designations that contradict a will, trusts that were never funded, powers of attorney that lapsed. The documents matter less than whether they actually work together.
Our estate planning partners take the time to understand your family, your assets, and your wishes before a single document is drafted. The plan we build will work the way you intended it to—even decades from now.
Clearly drafted wills that reflect your wishes, minimize ambiguity, and hold up to contest.
Probate-avoiding trusts, special needs trusts, charitable trusts, and asset protection structures.
Efficient administration of Connecticut estates, including contested matters and multi-state assets.
Long-term care planning, Medicaid eligibility strategies, and nursing home asset protection.
Durable powers of attorney, healthcare proxies, and living wills that work when you need them most.
Structures that protect assets from future creditors, lawsuits, and divorce while maintaining control.
We discuss your family, your assets, and what you want to happen—on your terms.
We design a plan that achieves your goals, minimizes taxes, and avoids probate where appropriate.
We draft, review with you, and execute all documents correctly the first time.
We ensure your plan is funded, and we review it with you as your life changes.
Yes. Estate planning is for everyone who owns anything or cares for anyone. Without a will, Connecticut's intestacy laws decide what happens to your assets—not you.
In 2026, Connecticut imposes an estate tax on estates over $13.61 million, aligned with the federal threshold. However, this changes with federal law. Your plan should account for future changes.
A will goes through probate—a public, court-supervised process. A funded revocable trust avoids probate entirely, is private, and distributes assets immediately. Many families benefit from both.
Review it every three to five years, and any time you have a major life change: marriage, divorce, new child, death of a beneficiary, or significant change in assets.
Your assets pass under Connecticut's intestacy statute, which may not reflect your wishes. If you have minor children and no surviving spouse, the court appoints a guardian. Do not leave this to chance.
Fixed-fee packages available for standard estate plans. Transparent pricing, no surprises.
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