Revocable Living Trusts
Avoid probate, protect privacy, and preserve your legacy with a customized trust.
Plan Ahead With Confidence: Why a Revocable Living Trust Matters
A revocable living trust is one of the most powerful tools in modern estate planning. Unlike a will, a trust helps your loved ones avoid probate court, maintain privacy, and access assets quickly and efficiently after your death—or even during your incapacity.
At Wade Law Offices, we create tailored trust-based estate plans for families, individuals, and professionals across California and Washington. If you own property, have children, or want to avoid the delays and costs of probate, a revocable trust is likely the right move.
A well-structured revocable trust allows you to:
- Avoid probate and keep your estate private
- Maintain control over your assets during your lifetime
- Appoint a trusted successor to manage your affairs if you’re incapacitated
- Ensure smooth, efficient distribution of your assets after death
- Protect beneficiaries from mismanagement, creditors, or disputes
How We Can Help
We guide you through every step of setting up, funding, and maintaining your revocable living trust
Trust Design & Customization
We’ll structure your trust to reflect your unique wishes and family dynamics, from guardianship and inheritance to charitable giving and business ownership.
Property & Asset Titling
We ensure your home, bank accounts, investments, and other assets are properly titled into your trust—so it actually works when you need it most.
Successor Trustee Guidance
We help you choose and legally empower the right person to manage your trust if you become incapacitated or after your death.
Trust Amendments & Updates
As your life evolves, we help you update your trust to reflect changes in family, finances, or state law.
Integration With Your Full Estate Plan
Your trust is part of a larger plan—we align it with your will, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives for complete protection.
Why Clients Choose Wade Law Offices
Experienced. Practical. Clear. Trusted.
- We know how to simplify complex trust structures
- You’ll work directly with attorneys who listen and explain
- We understand state-specific laws in both CA and WA
- Our process is personalized, thorough, and efficient
Whether you need a new trust or want to review an old one, we’re here to help you get it right.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a revocable living trust?
It’s a legal document that holds title to your assets during life and distributes them after death—without probate. It can be changed or revoked at any time while you're alive.
Do I still need a will if I have a trust?
Yes, we include a pour-over will that ensures any assets not in your trust are still transferred properly.
Can I be the trustee of my own trust?
Absolutely. You control the trust during your lifetime and appoint a successor trustee to take over when needed.
What happens if I become incapacitated?
Your successor trustee steps in to manage your financial affairs according to the instructions in your trust—without court intervention.
Is a trust private?
Yes. Unlike a will, which becomes public record during probate, a trust remains private even after death.
What assets should go into the trust?
Most assets—real estate, bank accounts, brokerage accounts, and business interests—should be titled in the trust. We’ll guide you through this process.
We’re Ready to Help
Connect with a revocable living trust attorney in California or Washington today—reach us by phone, email, or our secure online form to get started. Wade Law Offices is here to help you protect your assets, avoid probate, and secure your family’s future.