H Kay Cross

A Commitment to Personalized Estate Planning in Charlottesville

H. Kay Cross, PLC is a legal practice specializing in estate planning, focusing on crafting flexible and comprehensive legal documents tailored to each client's unique needs and circumstances. With over 24 years of experience, attorney Kay Cross understands the importance of understanding each client's family, social, and financial situation to create a truly effective estate plan.

Wills and Powers of Attorney

• Preparation of simple and complex wills
• Revision and update of existing wills
• Creation of power of attorney documents, allowing someone you trust to make financial and healthcare decisions on your behalf

Trusts

• Establishment of revocable (living) trusts and various irrevocable trusts, such as life insurance trusts, qualified personal residence trusts, and grantor retained annuity trusts
• Guidance on asset protection and wealth preservation strategies

Estate and Gift Tax Planning

• Comprehensive counseling and planning to minimize estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer taxes
• Preparation of federal estate and gift tax returns

Additional Services

• Assistance with probate and trust administration
• Advising on elder law issues
• Guidance on small business planning
• Support with animal care trusts and fiduciary services

An Experienced and Compassionate Attorney

Kay Cross brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice, honed through years of dedicated legal study and mentorship. She demonstrably understands the emotional and practical challenges associated with estate planning and provides personalized attention and guidance throughout the process. Her approachable and compassionate approach ensures clients feel comfortable discussing their concerns and anxieties, while feeling empowered to make informed decisions about their future.