Wichita Estate Planning Lawyer

Everyone needs an estate plan. At Minter & Pollak, LC, we specialize in helping Kansas families create estate plans that protect their loved ones, simplify administration, and preserve legacies.

We offer free estate planning consultations to potential clients. During your consultation, we’ll discuss your wishes, family dynamics, and long-term goals to develop a custom estate plan designed specifically for you.

Proper estate planning can:

• Avoid or minimize probate
• Simplify the administration of your estate
• Ensure your wishes are carried out
• Help maintain family harmony

Already have an estate plan? We can also review your current documents during your free consultation to see if updates are needed due to life events such as marriage, divorce, the birth of children or grandchildren, or changes in Kansas law.

We also understand that cost is a concern for many clients. That’s why we provide most estate planning services on a flat-fee basis, with no hourly surprises.

👉 Contact our Wichita office today at (316) 265-0797 or click here to schedule your free estate planning consultation.

Common Estate Planning Tools in Kansas

Transfer on Death Deed (TOD)

A Transfer on Death deed (TOD) allows you to transfer ownership of real property directly to a beneficiary at your death—without probate. You keep full control during your lifetime, and upon your passing, the property automatically transfers to your chosen beneficiary.

Revocable Trusts

A revocable living trust is a legal arrangement where you (the grantor) transfer assets into a trust, managed by a trustee, for the benefit of beneficiaries.

Benefits of a revocable trust include:

• Avoiding probate in Kansas
• Controlling distribution of assets after death
• Protecting assets from creditors
• Flexibility to amend or revoke during your lifetime

Wills

A will is one of the most fundamental estate planning tools. It allows you to:

• Direct how your property should be distributed
• Appoint a guardian for minor children
• Name an executor to handle your estate
• Make charitable gifts

Without a will, Kansas intestacy laws decide who inherits your property—often in ways that do not reflect your wishes. Having a will prepared and reviewed by an attorney ensures your plan is legally valid and enforceable.

Living Will (Advance Directive)

A living will—also called an advance directive—lets you state your wishes for end-of-life medical care if you become unable to communicate. This ensures your medical treatment aligns with your values while relieving loved ones from making painful decisions on your behalf.

Financial Power of Attorney

A financial power of attorney (POA) allows you to appoint a trusted person to manage your finances if you become incapacitated. This may include handling bank accounts, paying bills, or managing investments. Reviewing your POA regularly ensures it remains up to date and that your chosen agent is still the right person for the role.

Health Care Power of Attorney

A health care power of attorney allows you to designate a trusted person to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so. Your agent should be someone who understands your health care wishes and values, and who is comfortable making important decisions during difficult times.

Schedule Your Free Estate Planning Consultation

At Minter & Pollak, LC, we help individuals and families across Wichita and Kansas create effective, customized estate plans. Whether you need a will, trust, power of attorney, or a full review of your existing plan, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

📞 Contact our office today at (316) 265-0797 or click here to schedule your free estate planning consultation.