Business Details
32 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Planning & Business Law Partner
Buckley Law is a boutique law firm established in 1994, specializing in estate planning, asset protection, business planning, and charitable planning. Our practice combines deep legal expertise with personalized service, guided by Attorney John C. Buckley III, a Harvard Law School graduate. We serve clients across Colorado, including families, business owners, and professionals, offering tailored legal strategies to protect and preserve wealth. With over 30 years of experience, we prioritize education and service, providing free initial consultations and explaining legal processes without additional charges.Our team understands the unique needs of small business owners, having operated businesses ourselves, and focuses on creating plans that achieve both immediate and long-term client goals. We emphasize transparency, with set fees that include ongoing support, and maintain a low-volume practice to ensure comprehensive client engagement. Our work extends to international business counseling and nonprofit formation, reflecting our commitment to diverse legal solutions that align with evolving client needs.
Services
Estate Planning
Asset Protection
Business Planning
Charitable Planning
International Law
Trust Formation
Corporate Counseling
Tax Planning
Nonprofit Setup
Exit Strategies
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We provide free initial consultations to understand client needs without obligation.
- Our set fees include comprehensive education about your estate plan, not billed hourly.
- We offer tailored asset protection strategies for high-liability professionals like doctors.
- Our team has 30+ years of experience in complex estate and business planning.
- We maintain a low-volume practice to ensure personalized attention for every client.
What people say
Exceptionally competent and thorough
Great service
Detailed explanation
Truly cared about my wishes
Depth of knowledge
Services
Estate Planning
Our estate planning creates customized strategies to protect assets and ensure proper inheritance. We draft wills, trusts, and advanced directives while explaining each legal step. With expertise in minimizing tax liabilities and preventing family conflicts, we tailor plans for families, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals. Our process includes free initial consultations and ongoing maintenance through our PEPP Plan.
Asset Protection
We develop legal barriers using LLCs, trusts, and partnerships to safeguard assets from litigation. Specializing in protecting medical professionals and entrepreneurs, we combine entity structuring with insurance reviews. Our strategies prevent personal assets from being seized while maximizing tax efficiency. We focus on proactive planning before legal threats arise to ensure comprehensive protection for business owners and high-liability professionals.
Business Planning
We provide complete business planning from formation to exit strategies. Our services include entity selection, contract drafting, shareholder agreements, and succession planning. We specialize in helping closely-held businesses create growth strategies and tax-efficient exit plans. With experience in nonprofit formations and international agreements, we address complex business needs while maintaining focus on long-term client objectives.
Charitable Planning
Our charitable planning services help clients integrate philanthropy into estate strategies. We create charitable trusts, foundations, and tax-efficient giving plans that align with personal values. These tools provide income benefits while supporting chosen causes. We assist in establishing public and private foundations, ensuring compliance with IRS requirements while maximizing tax advantages for donors.
International Law
We handle international business agreements and cross-border legal matters. Our practice includes negotiating offshore contracts and advising on international tax implications. With experience representing overseas companies, we provide tailored solutions for global business operations while ensuring compliance with U.S. and foreign regulations.
People
John C. Buckley III
Attorney & Counselor at Law
A Harvard Law School graduate with 30+ years of experience, John specializes in estate planning and business law. He combines legal expertise with personalized service, prioritizing client education and practical solutions.
Melinda Buckley
Legal Administrator
With 25 years of experience managing law firm operations, Melinda serves as the primary client contact and oversees estate plan implementation. Her business background enhances client service delivery.
Questions
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary first meetings to assess your estate planning needs and discuss tailored solutions without any obligation.
What areas do you serve?
We serve clients across Colorado, including Front Range communities, Western Slope, Ski Country (Summit & Eagle Counties), and Eastern Plains regions.
How do you handle business exit planning?
Our exit planning process involves creating professional teams and customized strategies to maximize value when selling businesses to family, partners, or third parties.
Do you help with charitable estate planning?
We specialize in charitable planning, including trusts and foundation setups, to help clients achieve legacy goals while optimizing tax benefits.
Do you provide asset protection strategies?
Yes, we implement legal structures like LLCs and trusts to protect assets from litigation risks and ensure proper wealth transfer.
