Estate Planning And Probate

Our wills and estate planning practice addresses issues faced by men and women of all ages, such as how family will be cared for in the event of death, the delegation of responsibility for financial decisions and direction to healthcare providers in the event of incapacitation.

The elderly population is one of the fastest growing segments of American society. Older Americans and their families who are dealing with major life transitions may be confronting difficult financial, medical and family issues. At Telpner Peterson Law Firm, LLP in Council Bluffs, Iowa, we are receptive to the financial and health issues facing the elderly and their families. Our elder law and estate planning practice addresses issues faced by the elderly, such as how family will be cared for in the event of death, the delegation of responsibility for financial decisions and direction to healthcare providers in the event of incapacitation.

We take a compassionate approach in assisting clients with the following:

• Wills
• Healthcare directives/living wills
• Trusts
  • Special needs trusts
  • Medicaid trusts
  • Spendthrift trusts
  • Revocable living trusts
• Guardianships
• Conservatorships
• Durable powers of attorney
• Probate of estates

Attorney John Flaten is the principal elder law attorney for the Telpner Peterson Law Firm, LLP. Like the other lawyers at our firm, he is a skilled litigator committed to your welfare. Because of this commitment, our lawyers take a team approach to deliver professional and compassionate legal representation.

Our firm strives to be accessible to you at all times to ensure your needs are met. Contact our estate planning and elder law lawyer in Council Bluffs, Iowa and let us put our team to work for you.