Maxfield Law, LLC - Provo, UT

Dedicated Estate Planning and Asset Protection in Utah County

Founded by attorney Paul R. Maxfield, Maxfield Law, LLC helps individuals and families across Provo, Orem, and Utah County secure their financial futures. Planning for tomorrow is about establishing clarity, protecting minor children, preventing family disputes, and shielding hard-earned assets from avoidable probate costs. With a law degree from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University and an MBA, Paul Maxfield delivers thoughtful, precise legal counsel.

Many families delay estate planning because the process feels intimidating. Maxfield Law, LLC demystifies estate management by providing straightforward legal guidance, transparent flat-fee structures, and compassionate attention. When you need a lawyer who listens to your family dynamics and crafts lasting documents, this Provo practice provides unmatched peace of mind.

Precision Last Will and Testament Drafting and Guardian Designations

A properly drafted will is the cornerstone of any comprehensive estate plan. At Maxfield Law, LLC, clients receive attorney-drafted wills that clearly specify how assets are distributed upon death. Crucially for parents of minor children, a last will and testament is the only legal document in Utah that designates a legal guardian. Relying on handwritten documents or generic forms risks confusion and costly probate contests.

As experienced wills lawyers, the firm ensures every document includes essential provisions, including executor appointments, pour-over clauses to fund living trusts, and distinct instructions that protect minor beneficiaries until they reach emotional and financial maturity.

• Custom last will and testament preparation tailored to Utah intestacy statutes
• Legal guardian designations to safeguard dependent children
• Executor appointments and clear estate distribution directives
• Pour-over wills designed to integrate smoothly with living trusts

Revocable Living Trusts and Streamlined Probate Avoidance

In Utah, the probate process can take months and generate significant court fees. Maxfield Law, LLC assists clients in establishing customized revocable living trusts that bypass court administration entirely. As skilled trusts lawyers, Paul Maxfield works with families to fund their trusts properly, guaranteeing immediate, private asset transfer without courtroom delays.

Beyond avoiding probate upon death, a revocable living trust provides invaluable incapacity protection. If you experience a debilitating medical emergency or cognitive decline, your designated successor trustee can instantly manage financial affairs and medical obligations without requiring a court-supervised conservatorship.

Powers of Attorney and Advance Health Care Directives

Estate planning extends beyond distributing property after death; it protects you during your lifetime. Maxfield Law, LLC prepares robust power of attorney documents and advance health care directives. A durable financial power of attorney authorizes a trusted agent to manage bank accounts, pay bills, and handle property if you become temporarily or permanently incapacitated.

• Durable financial powers of attorney for continuous asset oversight
• Advance health care directives naming trusted medical proxies
• Living wills documenting critical end-of-life medical preferences
• Digital asset authorizations enabling fiduciaries to access online accounts and credentials

Schedule a Free Thirty-Minute Estate Planning Consultation

Taking control of your family's future starts with an informative conversation. Maxfield Law, LLC offers a complimentary thirty-minute consultation to review your estate and explain your options under Utah law. If you are looking to find a lawyer who prioritizes family security, contact the Provo office at +1 385-298-0700 today to arrange your consultation.