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Peace of Mind for an Uncertain Future — The Golightly Law Firm

While death is inevitable, the emotional and financial stress that comes when a loved one becomes incapacitated or passes away doesn’t have to be. At The Golightly Law Firm, we provide peace of mind by creating tailored estate planning documents to ensure:

The right people are in charge when you can’t be.
Your loved ones are protected and provided for when you’re gone.

Here’s the reality: More than 60% of Americans don’t have an estate plan, leaving critical decisions to the government. Ask yourself — when was the last time you were happy with the government’s plan for you?

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Essential Tools for Every Estate Plan

Last Will and Testament

Your will names an executor to manage your affairs after you pass, specifies your beneficiaries, and nominates a guardian for minor children. But wills require a court-supervised probate process — which can be costly, slow, and public.

Revocable Living Trust

A trust can bypass probate entirely, keeping your affairs private and efficient. Most of our clients choose a revocable living trust to make life easier for their families. Properly drafted and funded, a trust transfers your property directly to your beneficiaries without court involvement.

General Durable Power of Attorney

If you become unable to manage your finances, a durable power of attorney appoints a trusted agent to handle your assets and transactions on your behalf — without the need for a court-appointed guardian.

Advance Medical Directive

If you’re incapacitated, this document appoints healthcare agents to make medical decisions for you and allows you to set clear end-of-life wishes.

Our Values

Approachable Planning For Any Situation

Structured Guidance You Can Trust

There are no ``stupid questions``. Ask us anything.

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How It Works

1. Initial Call – Free, No Obligation

Spend 20 minutes with one of our estate planning attorneys. We’ll learn about your goals, recommend a plan, and discuss fees.

2. Follow-up Email

You’ll receive a written summary of our recommendations, fees, and next steps.

3. Design Meeting

We meet for about an hour to design a plan that fits your life and protects your family.

4. Draft & Review

We send you drafts to review, answer your questions, and make sure you’re completely comfortable with the plan.

5. Document Signing

You sign your documents in our office with provided witnesses and a notary — all handled for you.

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FAQ

Are there any downsides to a revocable living trust?

The only downside is the upfront cost. A revocable living trust estate plan costs more than a last will and testament estate plan, but the cost of probate and application of the probate tax is entirely avoided when you pass away

What should I expect when working with your firm?

Quick responses from qualified, compassionate professionals that leave you feeling confident and comfortable in whatever the future holds.

How do I get help administrating an estate?

You should retain an attorney who works regularly in estate administration. Word-of-mouth referrals are best, so ask your friends and contacts if they have a probate attorney they have used. A simple google search for “estate planning attorney” or “probate attorney” might also yield results. Alternatively, try searching online for “estate planning council” combined with the area where you need to administer the estate. (For example, the following areas/cities have their own councils: Hampton Roads, Richmond, Northern Virginia). In Virginia, many probate attorneys are members of estate planning councils, and the council directories are often published online.

Why Act Now

Estate planning is easy to put off. But the risk of waiting is high — you must have legal capacity to sign an estate plan. If you lose capacity, your family is stuck navigating the court system and the government’s default rules.

We make the process straightforward, approachable, and stress-free. There are no “stupid questions” — our only goal is to give you the peace of mind that your wishes will be honored and your loved ones protected.

Take the First Step Today

Your future — and your family’s peace of mind — are too important to leave to chance. Let us help you put the right plan in place.

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