Estate Planning
(Life & Legacy Planning)
Estate Planning Services
You deserve more than a generic plan. At Tourmaline Law, we create personalized plans that grow and adapt with you—because life changes and so will your planning needs.
Tourmaline Law’s comprehensive, flat-fee estate planning services are designed to mee the diverse needs of today’s families, including:
Estate Planning for Families – Your family deserves a plan that protects them from legal complications and emotional conflict. We help parents—whether married, single, divorced, or remarried—create thoughtful, legally sound estate plans that ensure your wishes are honored and your children are cared for.
Estate Planning for Unmarried Folks – If you and your partner(s) are not legally married, the law does not automatically protect your relationship in the event of illness, incapacity, or death. We’ll help you put the right documents in place—from healthcare directives to beneficiary designations and trusts—so your partner has legal authority and protection.
Estate Planning for Second Marriages – Blended families often face complex legal and emotional dynamics. Tourmaline Law helps you preserve your intentions, avoid accidental disinheritance, and balance the needs of your current spouse with those of your children from a previous relationship.
Estate Planning After Divorce – Divorce changes your legal and financial picture. We’ll help you revise your estate plan to reflect your new circumstances—removing former spouses, updating guardianships, and protecting your assets for your children.
Estate Planning for Single and Divorced Parents – As a single or divorced parent, your estate plan is critical to ensuring your children are cared for by the right people, in the right way. We help you name guardians, manage inheritance responsibly, and ensure continuity of care if you are ever unable to do so yourself.
How much does comprehensive estate planning cost?
Tourmaline Law offers transparent, upfront pricing with no hidden fees. Comprehensive plans typically cost between $1,500 – $8,000.
*A limited amount of personalized low-bono planning is available. Please contact tokonek@tourmalinelaw.com to learn more.
I only have minimal assets; do I still need estate planning?
Planning for death and the distribution of your property after you die is just one part of a comprehensive estate plan.
Every adult needs and deserves “foundational” estate planning including a Health Directive and Durable Power of Attorney for Finances, Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare decision-making, instructions for the disposition of your remains, and a basic will or revokable living trust.
Working with an attorney instead of relying on generic documents ensures that your plan won’t fail when you, or your loved ones, need it most.
Do you offer inclusive estate planning services?
Yes. Tourmaline Law is proud to offer fully inclusive estate planning services for all families, including those in the LGBTQIA+ community, non-traditional family structures, and people of all gender identities. Your values and your relationships deserve respect and legal protection—and that’s what we provide.
How often can I update my estate plan as my child’s needs change?
Your estate plan should evolve as your child grows and their needs change. We encourage periodic reviews and offer ongoing support to help you make updates whenever major life events occur—such as changes in health, benefits eligibility, or family structure.
Will Plan
For those who don’t need to avoid probate but want to make sure their loved ones aren’t left guessing or fighting – in the event you are unexpectedly incapacitated or die.
Includes a Will, Health Care Directives & Powers of Attorney so you know that you are well taken care of if anything happens as well as a plan to protect your kids or pets to ensure they are taken care of by who you want and how you want.
May include a post-death trust planning to protect assets for the people you love.
Trust Plan
For those interested in avoiding probate, who desire a faster transfer of assets after death, and are interested in to keeping their loved ones out of court, not just out of conflict.
Provides peace of mind knowing we are here to guide you during life & care for your family later. The Trust Plan keeps your loved ones out of Court; all of your affairs private & ensures your loved ones can turn to us when necessary.
All asset transfers will be handled by you, with unlimited guidance and support from us.
Wealth Plan
For those who don’t have the time to spend funding their own trust and want everything done for them – painless peace of mind.
Includes all components of the Trust Plan, PLUS we analyze how each of your assets is titled and handle all asset transfers for you to guarantee your plan works for your family.
We prepare a comprehensive wealth inventory, complete all bank, brokerage, insurance, and retirement account documents to transfer title and change beneficiaries.