Business Details
Your Trusted Estate Planning Partner in Boulder
Hartney Law is a dedicated estate planning practice serving Boulder, Colorado, and surrounding areas. Our mission is to help families and business owners create comprehensive plans for an uncertain future, allowing clients to focus on living their lives with confidence. We specialize in personalized estate planning that goes beyond financial considerations, incorporating clients' values, family dynamics, and long-term goals. Our team of experienced attorneys and professionals employs an educational approach, using visual tools to demystify complex legal concepts and ensure clients fully understand their options.We offer flat-fee pricing for all planning services, eliminating the uncertainty of hourly billing, and provide complimentary 3-year reviews to ensure plans remain current as clients' lives evolve. Our practice emphasizes proactive communication, client empowerment, and a holistic approach to estate planning that addresses both tangible and intangible assets. With over 13 years of experience in Colorado estate law, our principal attorney has developed a reputation for transforming what is often considered a daunting process into an enlightening experience that provides lasting peace of mind for families.
Services
Estate Planning
Business Succession Planning
Guardianship Planning
Trust Creation
Will Preparation
Asset Protection
Power of Attorney
Healthcare Directives
Family Wealth Planning
Legal Document Review
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized estate planning tailored to individual family dynamics and business needs
- Our integral approach considers both financial assets and personal values in planning
- We provide flat-fee pricing with no surprise charges for additional communication
- Our team includes experienced attorneys with specialized expertise in Colorado estate law
- We offer complimentary 3-year plan reviews to ensure ongoing relevance and effectiveness
Associations and certifications
- Super Lawyers
What people say
Exceeded expectations
Warm and caring
Knowledgeable attorneys
Easy and fun process
Exceptional explanations
Services
Estate Planning
Our comprehensive estate planning service helps families protect assets and establish legal protections for children and dependents. We create customized plans that address wills, trusts, and healthcare directives while incorporating clients' personal values and family dynamics. Our process includes educational sessions to ensure complete understanding of all planning options.
Business Succession Planning
We help business owners develop succession strategies that protect their life's work while ensuring smooth transitions during unexpected events. Our planning addresses tax implications, ownership transfers, and continuity strategies tailored to each client's specific industry and business structure.
Guardianship Planning
Our specialized guardianship service helps parents establish legal protections for minor children through comprehensive planning documents. We guide clients through selecting appropriate guardians and creating detailed care instructions while addressing potential complex family situations.
Trust Creation
We design customized trust arrangements to manage asset distribution while minimizing probate requirements. Our trust services include detailed funding instructions and periodic reviews to ensure alignment with changing life circumstances and legal requirements.
Family Wealth Planning
This service integrates estate, business, and financial planning to create cohesive strategies for multi-generational wealth transfer. We focus on preserving family values alongside financial assets through coordinated legal documents and ongoing planning support.
People
Martha Hartney
Principal Attorney
Martha Hartney has practiced Colorado estate law for over thirteen years, transforming traditional estate planning into an empowering experience. Her approach focuses on connecting legal planning with family values while maintaining technical excellence in estate documentation.
Gentry Schaab
Of Counsel Attorney
Gentry Schaab brings five years of transactional law experience to our team, specializing in business law and real estate. With a psychology background, she effectively bridges clients' financial goals with their emotional needs during the planning process.
Michele Heaphy
Legal Assistant
Michele Heaphy supports our legal team with meticulous attention to detail and client communication. Her entrepreneurial background and organizational skills contribute to the smooth operation of our estate planning services.
Questions
What can I expect at my first estate planning meeting?
Your initial consultation will focus on understanding your family dynamics, assets, and goals while educating you about current estate laws and potential planning options.
How long does the estate planning process typically take?
The process usually takes 8-10 hours over 6-8 weeks, with regular progress updates and client-focused scheduling flexibility.
What makes Hartney Law's approach different from other estate planning firms?
We combine legal expertise with personalized education, using visual tools to clarify complex concepts and emphasizing long-term relationship building over transactional interactions.
How should I prepare for my estate planning consultation?
Complete our Family Wealth Inventory & Assessment worksheet and gather existing legal documents for review prior to your appointment.
What happens after I sign my estate planning documents?
We conduct a legacy meeting to ensure proper asset titling, provide electronic document storage, and schedule periodic reviews to maintain plan effectiveness.
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