Business Details
16 Years
experience
Estate Planning & Probate Lawyers Las Cruces and El Paso
Gluth Law has specialized in estate planning, probate, trust, fiduciary litigation, gift and estate taxation, non-profit, and guardianship matters since 2010. Our firm serves clients in Texas and New Mexico, offering personalized legal solutions tailored to individual needs. With board-certified attorneys recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America, we combine deep expertise with a commitment to client education.Our team prioritizes transparency through flat-fee billing for most matters while maintaining accessibility through complimentary initial consultations. For complex estate planning, probate guidance, or trust administration needs, Gluth Law provides authoritative yet approachable legal counsel grounded in decades of collective experience.
Services
Estate Planning
Probate Guidance
Trust Administration
Gift Tax Reporting
Guardianship Services
Non-Profit Formation
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- Board-certified estate planning attorneys in Texas since 2003
- Recognized in Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America listings
- Transparent flat-fee billing for most legal matters
- Specialized expertise in complex trust structures and tax planning
- Personalized guidance for estates ranging from basic wills to multi-million dollar portfolios
Services
Estate Planning
Gluth Law provides comprehensive estate planning services addressing wills, trusts, and asset protection strategies. Our board-certified attorneys create customized solutions to ensure proper asset distribution while minimizing tax exposure. We help clients implement revocable trusts, durable powers of attorney, and advanced directives for estates ranging from basic to multi-million dollar portfolios.
Probate Guidance
Our firm guides families through the probate process, assisting with asset distribution, debt resolution, and estate tax filings. We help navigate legal requirements for estates requiring Form 706 filings, including complex tax elections. Our flat-fee approach ensures transparent pricing while handling all aspects of estate settlement and transfer of inherited properties.
Trust Administration
Gluth Law structures and administers various trust types including revocable living trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, and special needs trusts. We educate clients on using trusts for probate avoidance, asset protection, and tax-efficient wealth transfer. Our team also assists with trust modification and reformation to meet changing circumstances.
Gift Tax Reporting
We advise on gifting strategies and handle Form 709 filings for substantial gifts. Our services include charitable remainder trusts, donor-advised funds, and gift annuities to maximize tax benefits while achieving philanthropic goals. We explain income tax deduction rules and help structure tax-efficient charitable contributions.
Guardianship Services
Our attorneys establish guardianships to protect vulnerable individuals while preserving their rights. We assist with creating legal frameworks for decision-making authority over personal and financial matters. We educate clients on alternatives to guardianship and implement least-restrictive solutions tailored to each client's unique circumstances.
People
Alan D. Gluth
Founder & Lead Attorney
Board-certified estate planning attorney in Texas since 2003. Recognized by Super Lawyers (2012-2017, 2022) and Best Lawyers in America (since 2012). Graduated from The University of Texas at Austin School of Law in 1998.
Hannah Clayshulte
Attorney
Specialist in trust administration and probate matters. Provides strategic counsel on asset protection and estate tax minimization techniques. Collaborates with clients to develop comprehensive estate plans tailored to individual family needs.
Questions
What areas of law does Gluth Law specialize in?
Gluth Law focuses exclusively on estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianship, gift/estate taxation, and non-profit organization matters across Texas and New Mexico.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary consultations to discuss estate planning needs, probate concerns, or trust administration requirements and provide transparent flat-fee pricing.
Is your firm qualified to handle complex estate tax issues?
Our attorneys have extensive experience with federal estate tax planning, including advanced techniques like family limited partnerships, charitable trusts, and life insurance trusts.
Can you assist with non-profit organization formation?
Yes, we guide clients through non-profit formation, tax-exempt status applications, and compliance with state and federal regulations for charitable organizations.
