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• Inheritance Issues - Vogel Law Firm, Ltd., handles every aspect of estate planning and inheritance issues including wills, revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, powers of attorney for finances, powers of attorney for health care, and use of business entities in estate planning.  Attorney Vogel handles matters from very simple wills to complex estate and gift tax planning strategies for high net worth families, including use of revocable trusts, irrevocable trusts, charitable trusts, asset-protection trusts, multi-generational trusts, dynasty trusts, limited liability companies, family limited partnerships and other sophisticated methods to reduce income and estate tax for families and business owners.   He also assists families with asset protection, long-term care planning, nursing home planning, and Medicaid planning.  Vogel Law Firm, Ltd., has assisted well in excess of 1,000 families and business owners with inheritance and estate planning needs.  Contact us today to put your plan in place.
   
• Wills - A will can direct distribution of your assets and name a guardian for your minor children. Even if your estate plan is a trust-based plan, a will is necessary to name a guardian. In certain situations, a will is more desirable than a trust. Do not be mislead, schedule an appointment today to consult with the experienced estate planning attorneys at Vogel Law Firm, Ltd.
   
• Trusts – A trust is often used to avoid the expense and hassle of probate. A trust can be either revocable or irrevocable, but will be worthless if your assets are not properly transferred to the trust. All of our trust plans include transferring your current assets to the trust (funding the trust). Do not settle for less service elsewhere. Contact us today to begin your planning.

  Probate and Trust Administration:

• When a loved one dies, added stress is the last thing you need. If you desire to help your loved one with their legacy, but wish to avoid unnecessary stress and confusion, you need an attorney with experience with the Probate system and Trust Administration.  Vogel Law Firm, Ltd., has assisted hundreds of families with legal issues following the death of a loved one.
   
• You may have been told that “anyone can handle a Probate matter,” but experience is necessary to help you through the probate process as stress-free as possible.
   
• We have the experience to guide you through the many steps needed to carry out the wishes of your loved one, whether done through the Probate process or by Trust Administration. Contact Vogel Law Firm, Ltd., to schedule an appointment for the help you need.

• Residential: When it is time to buy or sell real estate, and you need guidance through the process, we can lead you from start to finish.  Whether you are buying or selling on your own (FSBO) or in conjunction with a licensed REALTOR®, as our client, we will make sure your rights are protected.
   
• Commercial: If you are looking to expand your business, or you are an entrepreneur looking to purchase commercial real estate, we can guide you through the process. We have closed many commercial transactions, whether with the business or real estate only. There is no need to walk through the process on your own.  Contact us today to discuss your commercial real estate acquisition or sale.

Corporate, Business, and Banking: 

• We assist clients with the entire business start-up process: selection of a business entity (corporation, partnership, or Limited Liability Company), filing paperwork with the state, obtaining tax id numbers, and establishing proper corporate practices, if applicable. When it comes time to purchase or sell a business, you can rely on our experience to guide you through the process.
   
• At some point, someone you loaned money to will not make the required payments.  Collecting the debt is difficult, and may be impacted by the Wisconsin Consumer Act.  Vogel Law Firm, Ltd., is qualified to represent banks and other creditors in debt collection. We can assist you with the debt collection process, including preliminary collection negotiations, lawsuit preparation, forbearance agreements, garnishment, foreclosure, and post-judgment collection.