At Peters Patchin & Monaghan, we do two things very well: We help you create just the right estate plan and we provide assistance when you need a probate lawyer. Our practice focuses on just these two services. We look for ways to provide our services quickly and affordably. The documents we prepare are intentionally kept as short and simple as possible.
Short, simple, and affordable: Those are our goals. By taking a few moments to look through this site, you will find answers to many of the questions that we hear most often. We offer on-line introductions to each of the major areas of our practice. And our extensive "Question & Answer" section provides answers to the questions that we regularly encounter.
Short, simple, and affordable: Those are our goals. By taking a few moments to look through this site, you will find answers to many of the questions that we hear most often. We offer on-line introductions to each of the major areas of our practice. And our extensive "Question & Answer" section provides answers to the questions that we regularly encounter.
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At Peters Patchin & Monaghan, we count it an honor to prepare Wills and Trusts and handle Probate proceedings for a truly wonderful community of clients here in southwest Idaho. Over 30 years ago, Barry Peters migrated from the Bay Area to Idaho, in large part to provide a healthier climate in which to raise his children.
If coming to Eagle up Eagle Road, take Eagle Road north to Eagle. Continue north past the signal at State Highway 44 up two more signals to the one at the old State Street. At State Street turn left (west). From there, take the second street on the right which is Eagle Glen Lane. Our offices are the second building on the left.
We tend to think of Estate Plans as being something only for the rich and famous. However, the reality is that everyone has an Estate Plan, whether or not it's of your own making. If you have a Last Will and Testament, that is the heart of your Estate Plan. It does just three things. First, it specifies who is to inherit your property.
It designates who you want to inherit your property and possessions. It names the person that you want to serve as your Executor. And, if you have minor children, it nominates the people whom you want to raise your children. For those who have children or other heirs who are not yet mature enough to receive an inheritance and manage it responsibly, a second type of Will may be used - a Will that includes a Testamentary Trust.
A Trust is a versatile document that can address a vast array of circumstances for those preparing an Estate Plan. The primary benefit of setting up a Family Trust is the avoidance of probate. For those who make such a trust the cornerstone of their estate plan, as each spouse passes away, their survivors and family members are not required to go to court and go through the expensive and time-consuming probate process.
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Lana P.
Nov 22, 2021
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Bob Stewart
Oct 07, 2021
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Edward Pless
Aug 27, 2021
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Dennis Gerosin
Aug 23, 2021
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Rawnaque Rahman
Jul 29, 2021
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Kimberlie Smith
Jul 25, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness, Value
Appointments were on time and well organized. I'd read a couple of books on trusts prior to selecting Peters Patchin & Monaghan. What brought me to them was the information on the website and how closely it mirrored what I'd read. The flat fee meant there were no surprises.
Appointments were on time and well organized. I'd read a couple of books on trusts prior to selecting Peters Patchin & Monaghan. What brought me to them was the information on the website and how closely it mirrored what I'd read. The flat fee meant there were no surprises.
Randy Benscoter
Jul 15, 2021
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Lynviking
Jun 02, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Responsiveness
Mr. Monaghan was twice recommended to us by friends. He was very professional, knowledgeable, and personable. He explained everything thoroughly and answered all of our questions. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for legal services regarding family trusts, wills, estate planning etc.
Mr. Monaghan was twice recommended to us by friends. He was very professional, knowledgeable, and personable. He explained everything thoroughly and answered all of our questions. We would absolutely recommend him to anyone looking for legal services regarding family trusts, wills, estate planning etc.
Virginia Gonzalez
May 01, 2021
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Whitney Smith
Apr 13, 2021
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Peter P.
Oct 21, 2020
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Chris W.
Aug 12, 2017
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Barry is very personable as well as being an organized, knowledgeable professional. He has an incredibly helpful web page and truly goes out of his way to get all your needs taken care of in an extremely timely manner. His advice is thorough and corresponds to your particular situation. He is very patient and encourages your questions. We were pressed for time in getting our estate plan in order before leaving town for medical treatment. He got us right in and took that worry right off our shoulders. Wonderful attorney, wonderful man!
Harry S.
Jul 23, 2014
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