Colorado Springs Estate Planning Attorney

Create a customized estate plan that reflects your wishes, protects your loved ones, and provides clarity for future generations.

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Many people start the estate planning discussion by telling their lawyer what kind of documents they want, typically either a Will or a Revocable Living Trust along with a few other important documents. We believe this approach is backward. It’s like going to the doctor with a broken foot and telling her how you’d like to treat it, whether you want surgery or maybe just a cast.

The right documents to plan your estate can only be determined by taking a look at your circumstances – the specifics of your assets, your goals, your loved ones, and family circumstances. Once we explore your situation and goals, only then can an attorney make recommendations on how to meet your specific goals, given your specific circumstances.

There are some general guidelines that are helpful to understand regarding Wills and Revocable Living Trusts.

Last Will and Testament

A Will gives directions about how you want your assets divided upon your death. If you have minor children, it also nominates guardians for your children if you pass away before they turn 18. The Will does not prevent your estate from going through the probate process, it simply acts as a guide that the court will use if your estate goes through the probate process, or for your Personal Representative to carry out less formally if no probate is necessary. For more information about probate, see How to Avoid Probate.

A Will is not activated until you die. If you become incapacitated through an injury, illness, or disease, the Will does not offer any help. In that case, there are other documents you might need and they may or may not be effective. For a full explanation of those documents and the pros and cons, see Incapacity Planning.

Revocable Living Trust

A Living Trust is usually more expensive to set up than a simple Will-based plan, but typically saves a lot of money if you become incapacitated and when you die.

Ready to learn more? Don’t leave your legacy to chance.
Join us to learn about how your current plan, or lack thereof, will affect your family for years to come. This educational workshop will provide a wealth of information about your own personal Estate Planning situation. If you own a home or have combined assets worth at least $100,000, you owe it to yourself and your family to get the facts on proper estate planning. (If you think you’re protected with a simple Will, think again… a Will goes through probate, which means your family may not be able to take possession of your estate for many months or even years!

The workshop also covers powers of attorney and health care directives and why they are a crucial part of your estate plan. If you are married, we recommend that you both attend as we’ll be covering lots of information that will pertain to both of you.

Your attendance entitles you to a complimentary one-hour estate planning meeting with a Hammond Law Group Attorney within two weeks of attending a workshop ($400 value).

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Our Practice Areas in Colorado Springs and Denver

At Hammond Law Group, we focus on helping Colorado families build strong, forward-looking estate plans that protect assets and preserve family harmony.

Estate Planning

Wills

Trusts

Probate

Elder Law

Special Needs Planning

Guardianship and Conservatorship

Legacy Protection Plan

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Getting Started Has Never Been Easier — Attend a Workshop or Webinar

At Hammond Law Group, we believe that the foundation of good estate planning lies in knowledge and understanding.Our approach starts with education. Join our highly informative workshop on wills, trusts, estate planning, and more, where you will get comprehensive information to start designing your personalized plan. Cut through the confusion around estate planning and start designing your plan today…

By attending our workshop, you not only gain invaluable insights, but you also receive an exclusive offer. A complimentary one-hour meeting with a dedicated attorney within two weeks of attending the workshop — a $500 value.

Our workshops fill up quickly so reserve your seat today.

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Your Experienced Estate Planning & Elder Law Advisors

We have a team-centered approach. While each client’s family works with one attorney, our attorneys regularly discuss the design of our plans with each other in order to ensure we’re doing everything possible to help you meet your goals.

In addition, each client works primarily with one paralegal, who gets to know you and your estate plan intimately through the design and
implementation process. The biggest complaint people have about
lawyers is lack of communication, and by working as a team we have
virtually eliminated this complaint for our clients.

Learn more about our family and then let us learn more about yours.

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Meet Hammond Law Group Team

At Hammond Law Group, our estate planning attorneys work together to create meaningful, lasting estate plans for Colorado families. Each member of our team shares a commitment to personal connection, clear communication, and compassionate service.

Catherine Hammond

Attorney / Founder

Whitney Hey

Attorney

Ashley Cubilette

Attorney

Jennifer Moore

Of Counsel

Pauline Bouvard

Public Relations and Marketing Associate

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Frequently Asked Questions About Estate Planning in Colorado Springs

What Is Estate Planning, and Why Work With an Attorney?
Estate planning is the process of evaluating your situation and goals and designing a plan to ensure things go smoothly when your time comes. It includes preparing the legal documents and instructions that guide how your assets and personal affairs will be managed in the event of your incapacity or passing. A thoughtful estate plan also outlines how your property will be handled, who will make financial and healthcare decisions for you, and how you’d like to provide for your loved ones. It also includes planning for your pets, digital assets, personal property, and many other issues that aren’t covered by legal documents alone.

Working with estate planning attorneys in Colorado Springs and Denver helps you take the right steps from the beginning. At Hammond Law Group, you will find the process clear and approachable. Our attorneys take time to understand your goals, discuss your options, and help you create an estate plan that reflects your wishes. Rather than using one-size-fits-all templates, your documents fit your unique situation, giving you confidence and clarity about your future and your family’s well-being.
What Documents Are Included in an Estate Plan?
A well-designed estate plan includes several types of estate planning documents, each serving a specific purpose. These may include a will, which outlines how your assets will be distributed after death, and a living trust, which allows your property to be managed and transferred without going through probate.

You may also include a financial power of attorney, which authorizes someone you trust to handle your financial matters if you become unable to do so, and healthcare directives that express your medical wishes. Beneficiary designations, guardianship nominations, and advance care plans often play a role as well.

Our estate planning attorneys in Colorado Springs and Denver walk you through each document, explain how they work together, and make sure they align with your personal and family goals. We work with you to prepare a customized, cohesive, and easy-to-follow plan that brings comfort and peace of mind to you and your family.
How Is a Will Different From a Trust?
Both a will and a trust are foundational estate planning documents, but they serve different purposes. A will provides instructions on how to distribute your assets after death, and can name guardians for minor children. It becomes effective only after you pass away, and it typically goes through probate, the court process for validating and carrying out your wishes.

A trust, by contrast, is a legal arrangement that takes effect as soon as it’s created. A living trust allows you to manage your property while you’re alive and determine how those assets are handled after your death. Because assets in a trust are owned by the trust itself, they avoid conservatorship if you become incapacitated and avoid probate when you pass away, saving time, costs, and stress for your family.

Our estate planning lawyers can help you decide whether a will, trust, or a combination of both is right for you, depending on your priorities and the level of privacy and control you wish to maintain.
When Should I Start Long-Term Care Planning?
It’s never too early to begin long-term care planning. Many people start this process while they’re healthy and independent, which allows more flexibility and choice in arranging care options later. Planning ahead can help protect assets, maintain financial stability, and make sure your healthcare directives reflect your personal values.

Our estate planning attorneys assist with preparing strategies for Medicaid planning, retirement planning, and asset management so you can plan responsibly for future care needs. At Hammond Law Group, you’ll learn how to balance medical costs, family responsibilities, and your estate goals, so your loved ones can focus on supporting you rather than worrying about logistics.

Early planning not only provides peace of mind, but also gives you more control over where and how you would receive care in the future.
What Does an Elder Law Attorney Do?
Elder law attorneys help individuals and families go through legal issues that arise with aging. This may include Medicaid planning, guardianship, long-term care, and estate planning matters that protect both your assets and your dignity.

At Hammond Law Group, our team assists elders in Colorado Springs and Denver with compassionate, knowledgeable guidance. You need a firm that takes the time to listen and develop plans that help you maintain independence and financial security while preparing for future care needs. Whether you’re addressing housing options, powers of attorney, or conservatorship, it is possible to simplify complex matters into manageable steps so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.