Stern & Mauck, LLC - Overland Park, KS

Comprehensive Estate Planning and Probate Services in Overland Park

Planning for your family's future and protecting your hard-earned assets is one of the most important responsibilities you will ever undertake. Whether you need to draft a last will and testament, establish a comprehensive living trust, navigate the complexities of elder law, or manage the probate process for a loved one, having seasoned legal advocates is essential. At Stern and Mauck, LLC, in Overland Park, Kansas, we are committed to providing approachable, compassionate, and highly effective legal counsel. Established in 2021, our boutique firm has earned a stellar reputation throughout Johnson County for putting clients first, educating families on their options, and ensuring that their legacies are protected for generations to come. When you need to find an estate planning attorney who will treat you like family, our team stands ready to assist.

The bedrock of our practice is our dynamic duo of attorneys, Marion Stern and Adam C. Mauck. Marion Stern, a graduate of the University of Kansas School of Law, focuses her practice heavily on elder law, Medicaid planning, trust administration, and guardianship petitions. Adam Mauck focuses his practice on estate planning, corporate formation, and real estate transactions, helping both families and local business owners establish strong foundations. With over 15 years of combined legal experience, they bring deep technical skill and a friendly, down-to-earth approach that removes the intimidation often associated with visiting a law office.

Personalized Wills, Trusts, and Asset Protection

An effective estate plan goes far beyond choosing who inherits your property. It provides a strategic roadmap for your healthcare, financial security, and personal wishes. At Stern and Mauck, LLC, we design customized estate plans tailored to your unique assets and family dynamics. Our services include:

• Wills and Living Trusts: We draft custom wills and revocable living trusts designed to simplify asset distribution and help your beneficiaries completely avoid the expensive and time-consuming probate court process.
• Medicaid Planning and Asset Protection: We help seniors protect their homes and life savings from being entirely depleted by nursing home and long-term care costs, ensuring eligibility for state benefits.
• Powers of Attorney and Advance Directives: We assist you in establishing financial and healthcare powers of attorney, ensuring trusted individuals can make critical decisions on your behalf if you ever become incapacitated.

Empathetic Probate, Trust Administration, and Litigation

Losing a loved one is incredibly difficult, and managing their final affairs only adds to the emotional burden. Our probate and trust administration attorneys guide executors, trustees, and heirs through every step of the legal administration process. We assist with filing petitions, resolving debts, and distributing inheritance accurately. Additionally, if disputes arise regarding a will's validity or the actions of a trustee, we offer strong fiduciary litigation services to defend your rights and preserve the deceased's true intentions.

Guardianships, Conservatorships, and Business Law

We represent families in petitioning Johnson County courts for guardianships and conservatorships to protect vulnerable or disabled family members. We also provide strategic guidance to small business owners on business formation, contract drafting, and business succession planning, helping your enterprise thrive across generations.

Schedule Your Free Consultation with Stern and Mauck, LLC

At Stern and Mauck, LLC, we believe that estate planning should be accessible, friendly, and stress-free. Our team handles your sensitive legal matters with the dignity, confidentiality, and professional ethics you deserve. Contact our Overland Park office today to schedule your free consultation and experience the peace of mind that comes with planning ahead.