SCHEDULE CONSULTATION
Home WILLS AND ESTATE LAW Estate Planning

Estate Planning

A good estate plan protects what you’ve built and spares your family hard decisions later. We help people in Beckley and Raleigh County put one in place.

Aggressive Representation in Beckley, WV

Estate Planning Attorneys in Beckley and Southern West Virginia

Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy, and it isn’t only about what happens after you’re gone. A solid plan protects your assets, makes your wishes clear, and takes the guesswork off your family during an already hard time. It also covers what happens if you’re alive but unable to make decisions for yourself. At Taylor, Hinkle & Taylor in Beckley, attorney Adam Taylor helps individuals and families across Raleigh County and Southern West Virginia build estate plans that fit their lives. Whether you’re starting from scratch or updating an old plan, call our Beckley office to sit down and get it done.

What a Complete Estate Plan Includes

A good plan is more than a will. We help people in Beckley and Raleigh County put the right pieces in place.

Last Will & Testament

Your will directs how your assets are distributed and names who will handle your estate. It’s the foundation of most plans.

Durable Power of Attorney

This lets someone you trust manage your finances and affairs if you can’t, without a court getting involved.

Medical Power of Attorney

This names someone to make healthcare decisions for you if you’re unable to, so your wishes are honored.

Trusts

Trusts give you more control over how and when your assets are managed and passed on, with options tailored to your family.

Why Estate Planning Matters

Putting it off is the most common mistake. Here’s what a plan does for you and the people you love.

  • Protects Your Family

    A clear plan spares your loved ones confusion, expense, and conflict when they're already grieving.

  • Keeps You in Control

    You decide who gets what, who's in charge, and who speaks for you, instead of leaving it to a court or the state.

  • Covers You While You're Living

    Powers of attorney and a living will protect you if you're alive but unable to make decisions for yourself.

  • Reduces Disputes

    A well-built plan heads off the family fights that can erupt when wishes aren't written down.

How We Build Your Estate Plan

Sit Down Together

We meet with you, learn about your family and your goals, and explain the pieces that make sense for your situation.

Draft Your Documents

We prepare your will, powers of attorney, and any trusts, and walk you through each one so you understand it.

Sign and Finalize

We handle the signing the right way so your documents are valid and ready when your family needs them.

Frequently Asked Questions

Estate Planning in Beckley and Southern West Virginia

Do I really need an estate plan?
Almost certainly, yes. If you have a family, own anything, or want a say in your own medical and financial decisions, a plan protects you. Without one, the state’s default rules decide things, and that’s rarely what people would have chosen.
What documents are part of an estate plan?
A typical plan includes a last will, a durable power of attorney for finances, a medical power of attorney, and often a living will. Some people add a trust. We help you figure out which pieces fit your situation.
What happens if I die without a will in West Virginia?
Your estate passes under West Virginia’s intestacy laws, which set a fixed order of who inherits. That may not match your wishes, and it can add cost and delay for your family. A will lets you decide instead.
How often should I update my plan?
It’s worth revisiting after big life changes, like a marriage, divorce, new child, or a major change in assets. Even without those, checking your plan every few years keeps it current. We’re glad to review and update what you have.

Other Estate Planning Services

Planning for the future? Explore our related services.

Peace of Mind

Talk to a Beckley Estate Planning Attorney

If you’ve been meaning to get your affairs in order in Beckley, Raleigh County, or anywhere in Southern West Virginia, there’s no better time than now. A plan made today protects you and the people you love. Reach out to Taylor, Hinkle & Taylor to set up a consultation.
Schedule A Consultation

Legal Representation Across West Virginia

Areas We Serve

Fayette County

  • Fayetteville, WV
  • Oak Hill, WV
  • Mt. Hope, WV

Mercer County

  • Princeton, WV
  • Flat Top, WV
  • Bluefield, WV

Nicholas County

  • Mt. Lookout, WV
  • Richwood, WV
  • Summersville, WV

Raleigh County

  • Beaver/Shady Spring, WV
  • Beckley, WV
  • Glen Daniel, WV

Summers County

  • Green Sulphur Springs, WV
  • Hinton, WV
  • Pipestem, WV

Wyoming County

  • Mullens, WV
  • Pineville, WV
  • Oceana, WV
Schedule Consultation

Consultation

Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Please let us know what's on your mind. Have a question for us? Ask away.