Business Details
5 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Planning & Mediation Services in Kansas City
At Heritage Law, we combine decades of legal expertise with a compassionate approach to estate planning and mediation. Our attorneys, Bethany Shelton and Emily Sullivan, bring over 30 years of combined experience from top-tier law firms to create tailored solutions for families navigating complex legal transitions. We specialize in transforming estate planning from a daunting task into a structured process that protects your legacy and loved ones.Our mediation services offer practical conflict resolution for civil disputes, leveraging our background as former litigators to achieve efficient outcomes. With offices in Leawood, Kansas, we serve clients across Missouri and Kansas, prioritizing personalized guidance and transparent communication throughout every engagement.
Services
Estate Planning
Mediation Services
Wills
Trusts
Powers of Attorney
Healthcare Directives
Guardianship Planning
Special Needs Planning
Minor Powers of Attorney
Estate Mediation
Details
- Year established: 2021
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized estate planning with over 30 years of combined legal experience.
- Our former litigator background informs effective mediation strategies.
- We provide no-obligation consultations to understand client-specific needs.
- Our services address both estate documentation and dispute resolution.
- We maintain transparent pricing for estate plans and mediation sessions.
What people say
Knowledgeable about nuances
Heartfelt concern
Made the process simple
Incredibly professional and empathetic
Caring human beings
Services
Estate Planning
We create customized estate plans to protect assets and ensure smooth transitions for families. Our services include wills, trusts, and healthcare directives tailored to individual circumstances. Clients receive personalized guidance through every step of the planning process.
Mediation Services
Our mediation services resolve estate-related disputes and civil conflicts efficiently. Former litigators facilitate discussions to find mutually agreeable solutions. We offer both in-person and remote sessions for client convenience.
Trusts
We draft revocable and irrevocable trusts to control asset distribution and avoid probate. Trust packages include pour-over wills and beneficiary deeds. Our plans protect assets for intended beneficiaries while minimizing legal complications.
Wills
Basic will packages establish asset distribution and guardianship for minors. Includes healthcare directives and financial powers of attorney. Designed for clients with straightforward estate planning needs.
Powers of Attorney
We prepare financial, healthcare, and minor-specific powers of attorney. Documents allow designated agents to make decisions during incapacity. Customizable to meet specific family circumstances and legal requirements.
People
Bethany Shelton
Estate Planning Attorney
Former litigator with 14 years of legal experience. Graduated first in class from KU Law. Focuses on compassionate estate planning and family transitions. Super Lawyers honoree with mediation expertise.
Emily Sullivan
Estate Planning Attorney
Specializes in estate planning and mediation. Combines legal expertise with practical empathy. Experienced in guiding families through complex legal decisions. Offers personalized, responsive client service.
Questions
Who needs an estate plan?
Nearly everyone benefits from an estate plan to protect assets, designate guardians for children, and control legacy distribution.
How much does estate planning cost?
Trust packages range from $2,400–$3,600 depending on complexity. Wills start at $2,400 for single individuals.
What happens during the estate planning process?
We begin with a consultation to understand your needs, followed by document drafting and final review. The process takes 2-4 weeks.
Do you offer mediation before lawsuits?
Yes, we provide pre-litigation mediation to resolve disputes efficiently and cost-effectively through practical problem-solving.
What are Minor Powers of Attorney?
These documents allow temporary caretakers to make medical and educational decisions for children when parents are unavailable.
