Business Details
24 Years
experience
Estate Planning & Administration Services
Sarah Wolf and her dedicated team specialize exclusively in estate planning and administration, providing tailored legal solutions to protect clients' assets, aspirations, and loved ones. With over 70 years of combined legal experience, including Sarah's two decades as a practicing attorney in Oregon, we navigate complex estate scenarios with precision and care. Our practice focuses on creating comprehensive plans through wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives, while staying current with evolving legal standards.We prioritize personalized service, ensuring proper asset titling and family relationship documentation to implement effective estate strategies. Our team's expertise extends to probate administration, guardianships, conservatorships, and trust management, serving clients in Roseburg and surrounding areas with professionalism and compassion.
Services
Wills
Trusts
Probate
Powers of Attorney
Estate Review
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We focus exclusively on estate planning and administration with 20+ years of legal experience
- Our team brings over 70 years of combined legal expertise to every case
- We provide personalized estate planning solutions tailored to individual circumstances
- We offer home visits for clients with mobility challenges
- Our practice includes specialized knowledge of Oregon probate laws and procedures
Associations and certifications
- Oregon State Bar
What people say
Compassionate
Knowledgeable
Thorough
Clear communication
Personalized approach
Services
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans that protect your assets and ensure your wishes are carried out. Our comprehensive approach includes wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. With expertise in Oregon estate law, we help clients structure their plans to minimize probate challenges and maximize family benefits.
Probate Administration
Our team guides executors through the probate process with clear legal direction. We handle asset distribution, debt settlement, and court requirements efficiently. With decades of experience in Douglas County probate procedures, we simplify complex legal requirements while maintaining compliance with state regulations.
Trust Administration
We provide expert trust administration services that help clients avoid probate and maintain privacy. Our guidance includes trust creation, funding strategies, and ongoing management. We help trustees understand their responsibilities while ensuring proper asset protection for beneficiaries.
Guardianships
We establish legal protections for special needs adults through customized guardianship arrangements. Our services include creating care plans, financial management structures, and emergency provisions. We ensure all documentation meets legal requirements while prioritizing clients' personal circumstances.
Estate Review
We conduct comprehensive reviews of existing estate plans to ensure legal compliance and relevance. Our service includes updating documents for life changes, state law revisions, and evolving family needs. We help clients maintain current, effective estate strategies through regular evaluations.
People
Sarah Wolf, Attorney
Attorney
With 20+ years of legal experience, Sarah specializes in estate planning and probate. She graduated from Willamette University College of Law and has focused exclusively on estate matters since 2002. Her practice combines legal expertise with compassionate client service.
Mary Roosa
Legal Assistant
Bringing 18 years of probate administration experience, Mary manages complex estate cases. She works closely with clients to ensure proper documentation and timely execution of legal procedures while maintaining compassionate support throughout the process.
Dailene Anderson
Legal Assistant
With 16 years of administrative and healthcare experience, Dailene provides organizational expertise to estate planning cases. A Roseburg native, she connects with clients through local knowledge and personalized attention to their documentation needs.
Nicole Hundley
Legal Assistant
Nicole brings 10+ years of estate planning experience to client case management. After working with Sarah during high school, she returned to the firm following experience with other estate attorneys, bringing valuable perspective to customized estate solutions.
Erin Wilds
Legal Assistant
With a business administration background, Erin contributes project management skills to estate planning documents. She combines organizational expertise with client-focused communication, ensuring clear understanding of legal processes while maintaining efficient case management.
Questions
What estate planning documents do I really need?
Basic plans include wills, powers of attorney, and advance directives. Trusts may be recommended based on asset complexity. We'll help determine the right combination for your specific family and financial situation.
How does probate work in Oregon?
Oregon's probate process involves validating wills, settling debts, and distributing assets. We guide executors through court requirements, typically completing simple cases within 6-12 months with proper documentation.
Can I create an estate plan without an attorney?
While possible, DIY plans often miss critical details. Our experience shows that professionally prepared documents prevent future legal challenges and ensure your wishes are properly documented according to current Oregon laws.
How often should I update my estate plan?
Review your plan every 3-5 years or after major life events like marriage, divorce, or significant asset changes. We offer complimentary reviews to ensure your documents remain current and effective.
Do you offer home visits for estate planning?
Yes, we provide home visits for clients with mobility challenges. Our team can complete the entire planning process at your residence with proper documentation and secure handling of legal materials.
What's the difference between wills and trusts?
Wills require probate while properly funded trusts avoid court involvement. Trusts also offer privacy and can manage assets during incapacity. We'll explain both options to help you choose based on your specific estate goals.
