Business Details
21 Years
experience
Estate Planning & Asset Protection Lawyers in Sandy, UT
The Astill Law Firm has dedicated over 35 years to providing comprehensive legal solutions in estate planning, asset protection, and business formation. Our team of experienced attorneys, led by Dennis M. Astill, combines decades of expertise with a client-centered approach to safeguard clients' assets and families. We specialize in crafting tailored strategies, including wills, trusts, and business structures, to ensure long-term security and compliance. With a proven track record of managing over $1 billion in assets and assisting 3,000+ clients, we prioritize clarity, ethical standards, and personalized guidance.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our AV Martindale-Hubbell rating, recognition as Utah's Legal Elite, and active involvement in legislative and community initiatives. We serve individuals and businesses across Utah, emphasizing proactive planning to mitigate risks and preserve wealth for future generations.
Services
Estate Planning
Asset Protection
Wills and Trusts
Business Formation
Probate Court Administration
Guardianship for Minors
Tax Planning
Business Succession
Elder Law
Supplemental Needs Trusts
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in estate planning and asset protection.
- Our team includes AV-rated attorneys recognized as Utah's Legal Elite.
- We have helped 3,000+ clients protect over $1 billion in assets.
- Our strategies integrate tax planning, business law, and probate expertise.
- We provide personalized guidance tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Estate Planning
Estate planning ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes while minimizing taxes and legal complexities. Our services include drafting wills, living trusts, and healthcare directives to protect your family's future. We provide tailored strategies to address probate avoidance, guardianship for minors, and business succession, ensuring long-term financial security for clients across Utah.
Asset Protection
Asset protection shields your wealth from litigation risks and creditors through strategic legal tools like LLCs, trusts, and insurance. We design customized plans for high-risk professionals and business owners, integrating tax efficiency and compliance. Our approach balances proactive safeguards with long-term wealth preservation to secure your financial legacy.
Business Formation
Business formation guides clients in selecting optimal legal structures, such as corporations or LLCs, to limit liability and optimize tax benefits. We assist with entity setup, contracts, and succession planning, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Our services support entrepreneurs in establishing and growing sustainable businesses.
Probate Court Administration
Probate court administration manages the legal distribution of assets after death, resolving debts and disputes under court supervision. We represent executors and beneficiaries in navigating probate processes efficiently, minimizing delays and costs. Our expertise ensures adherence to Utah probate laws while honoring the deceased's intentions.
Guardianship for Minors
Guardianship for minors establishes legal frameworks to protect children's interests if parents become incapacitated or pass away. We draft trusts and wills to designate guardians, manage inheritances, and ensure minors' financial security. Our plans prevent court-appointed guardianship, preserving family control over children's futures.
People
Dennis M. Astill
Founder & Attorney
Dennis M. Astill has practiced law for over 40 years, specializing in estate planning and tax law. He founded the Astill Law Firm in 2005 after leading Strong & Hanni, PC's estate planning group. He holds an AV Martindale-Hubbell rating and has advised on over $1 billion in asset transfers.
Questions
What does an estate plan include?
An estate plan typically includes wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and powers of attorney to manage asset distribution and healthcare decisions.
How does asset protection work?
Asset protection uses legal tools like trusts and LLCs to shield assets from creditors while ensuring compliance with tax and bankruptcy laws.
Why is business formation important?
Proper business formation limits personal liability, optimizes tax benefits, and establishes a legal structure for long-term operational success.
What happens during probate court administration?
Probate court administration validates wills, settles debts, and distributes assets under judicial oversight to ensure legal compliance.
How can I protect my children's inheritance?
Establishing trusts and guardianship provisions in your estate plan ensures minors' financial security and designates caregivers in your absence.
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