Business Details
11 Years
experience
Estate Planning and Probate Attorneys in Boise, ID
Ketlinski Law Office, PLLC has provided specialized legal services in estate planning, elder law, and probate since 2015. Our team combines decades of legal experience with personalized attention to navigate complex family dynamics and legal requirements. We serve clients in Meridian, Boise, and surrounding Idaho communities, offering tailored solutions for asset protection, guardianship, and end-of-life planning.Our attorneys maintain active memberships in national legal organizations while prioritizing local community needs. We focus exclusively on estate-related matters, ensuring deep expertise in wills, trusts, probate administration, and Medicaid planning. Our practice emphasizes clear communication, ethical representation, and practical guidance through emotionally challenging legal processes.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Administration
Living Trusts
Wills
Elder Law
Medicaid Planning
Guardianship
Conservatorships
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We focus exclusively on estate planning, probate, and elder law matters
- Our attorneys have over 25 years of combined legal experience in Idaho courts
- We provide one-on-one attorney consultations for personalized legal guidance
- Our team includes former prosecutors and municipal attorneys with trial experience
- We offer practical solutions that address real family dynamics and legal challenges
Associations and certifications
- WealthCounsel
- ElderCounsel
What people say
Time and effort
Clear explanations
Compassionate approach
Successful resolutions
Personalized attention
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services help clients create comprehensive legal frameworks for asset distribution and family protection. We specialize in customized wills, trusts, and advance directives that address unique family circumstances. Our attorneys guide clients through complex decisions about guardianship, tax planning, and disability provisions while ensuring compliance with Idaho state laws. We focus on preventing future family conflicts through clear, legally sound documentation.
Probate Administration
We provide full-service probate representation for executors and beneficiaries navigating Idaho's estate settlement process. Our services include asset inventory, debt resolution, tax filings, and distribution guidance. With extensive courtroom experience, we help clients resolve disputes over will validity, asset management, and fiduciary responsibilities. Our approach minimizes delays and costs while maintaining compliance with legal requirements.
Living Trusts
Our living trust creation services help clients avoid probate and maintain privacy over asset distribution. We design customized trust structures for families with minor children, special needs beneficiaries, or complex asset portfolios. Our attorneys provide ongoing trust administration guidance and modifications to reflect changing life circumstances. We emphasize long-term flexibility while ensuring legal enforceability.
Elder Law
Our elder law practice focuses on protecting seniors' assets while securing necessary care. We help families navigate Medicaid eligibility, nursing home cost planning, and guardianship arrangements. Our services include crisis planning for immediate care needs and proactive strategies for long-term stability. We work closely with healthcare providers and social workers to coordinate legal and medical requirements.
Wills
We draft legally binding wills that clearly articulate clients' wishes for asset distribution and child guardianship. Our services include comprehensive reviews of existing documents and updates for changing family dynamics. We educate clients about the differences between wills and trusts while ensuring proper execution under Idaho law. Our attorneys also help executors understand their legal responsibilities.
People
Ty Ketlinski
Attorney
Practicing Idaho law since 1997 with focus on estate matters since 2015. Former prosecutor and municipal attorney with extensive trial experience. Member of WealthCounsel and ElderCounsel national legal networks.
Kelli Ketlinski
Attorney
Licensed for 26 years specializing exclusively in probate matters. Handles complex estate administration cases with focus on Idaho-specific legal requirements and family dynamics during sensitive periods.
Anne Voss
Attorney
16-year legal professional focusing on estate planning and trust administration. Meridian native with deep understanding of local court systems and community needs in estate matters.
Jess
Legal Assistant
Supports probate and trust administration processes with attention to detail. Coordinates document preparation and client communication for smooth case progression through Idaho's legal systems.
Andrea
Administrative and Legal Assistant
Manages practice operations including client scheduling, educational seminars, and document production. Ensures efficient workflow for estate planning and probate cases from initial consultation to completion.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I really need?
Most clients require a will, financial power of attorney, healthcare directive, and possibly trusts. We assess your specific needs based on family structure, asset value, and long-term goals during your consultation.
How does probate work in Idaho?
Idaho offers simplified probate for small estates. Larger estates require formal administration including asset inventory, debt settlement, and court-supervised distribution. Our attorneys guide executors through each step of this process.
Can I create a valid will without an attorney?
While possible, DIY wills often contain errors leading to family disputes or invalidation. Our attorneys ensure proper execution, address complex scenarios, and help avoid common pitfalls that cause legal challenges.
What's the difference between a will and a living trust?
Wills require probate while trusts avoid this process. Trusts offer greater privacy and control over asset distribution timing. We help clients choose the appropriate tool based on estate complexity and personal preferences.
How can Medicaid planning protect my assets?
Proper planning can protect assets from nursing home costs while maintaining eligibility. We create legal strategies that comply with look-back rules and preserve resources for family members rather than medical expenses.
What happens if someone dies without a will in Idaho?
State intestacy laws determine asset distribution, which may not align with family wishes. The court appoints administrators and guardians without input from the deceased, often causing unintended consequences.
