See the rave reviews our clients are posting on Google, Yelp and the attorney directory Avvo.com. An Estate Plan is a blueprint you create to control how your assets should be managed, used and passed on in the event of your incapacity or death. A Revocable Living Trust allows you to control how your assets are managed and used both during your lifetime and after your death without the intrusion of a court process.
As we've brought on a new partner, we've decided to rebrand Temkin Law LLC as Watershed Estate Planning LLC to be more representative of services to give you and your family the best estate planning services. I was headed into major surgery with two little kids, a husband and a business that depended on me.
As we've brought on a new partner, we've decided to rebrand Temkin Law LLC as Watershed Estate Planning LLC to be more representative of services to give you and your family the best estate planning services. I was headed into major surgery with two little kids, a husband and a business that depended on me.
Services
When most people think of estate planning, they envision meeting with an attorney, obtaining a set of documents (that they don't really understand), putting those documents in a safe place, and forgetting about them until they die or become disabled. At that point, their loved ones will likely discover (too late, of course) that the plan put in place years before no longer bears any relation to their loved one's life, needs or values.
Our Services Let Watershed Estate Planning assist you in developing and implementing the estate plan best suited to your needs. Take comfort knowing your loved ones will enjoy the smoothest transition possible if something were to happen to you. Unlike most estate planning firms in town, we do not see the production of a set of documents as our goal.
An estate plan is a blueprint you create to control how your assets should be managed, used and passed on in the event of your incapacity or death, and how decisions should be made about your care and treatment if you become incapacitated. While this is accomplished through a set of documents, it is crucial to keep in mind that estate planning is not about the documents themselves.
Minimize or eliminate estate taxes upon death, and safeguard your assets from loved ones' financial immaturity, their creditors, judgment debtors, and even their potential future divorces.
A revocable living trust (sometimes referred to as a family trust) is an estate planning tool that allows you to control how your assets are managed and used while you are alive and well, if you become incapacitated, and after you die-all without the need for court intervention.
A revocable living trust (sometimes referred to as a family trust) is an estate planning tool that allows you to control how your assets are managed and used while you are alive and well, if you become incapacitated, and after you die-all without the need for court intervention.
Must be administered by the court through the probate process, a public proceeding lasting at least six months during which time your assets may be frozen. Control management and use of assets whether you are healthy, incapacitated, or upon death. Transition of asset management to successor trustees upon incapacity or death is handled privately and without court intervention.
Reviews (10)
Sandy B.
Dec 29, 2019
Report
Lizi & Chris
Jan 20, 2019
Report
Eugene Karaffa
Aug 27, 2018
Report
Wendi is great! Very organized and communicative. We used Wendi for our trust. We didn't know much about the process and Wendi was very patient with us and helpful at explaining everything clearly so we understood our decisions. Wendi was also able to offer her best advice on parts we were unsure of at the time. Would definitely recommend using Wendi!
Kristi McDonnel
Aug 25, 2017
Report
Although I knew it was ultimately important, it took me years to finally hire someone to write a trust and living will for me. In Wendi's capable hands, I was not only surprised by the relative ease of the whole project, but absolutely delighted by the the outcome. She gave me clear instructions with each of the three visits, and I walked out with a large, organized binder with everything I need to protect me and my children. She is extremely personable, professional, thorough, and organized. She helped me understand everything step by step, and made me feel comfortable along the way. The culmination
Karlin Clayton
Dec 25, 2016
Report
Eric Wainwright
Sep 14, 2016
Report
Wendi and crew did a fabulous job preparing our trust and will documents. Everything was done in a very meticulous and professional manner, and she explained nuances of the law in easy-to-understand language. Moreover, she’s committed to helping us review and update the documents as time progresses. We couldn’t recommend Temkin Law more highly. – Eric and Margaret Wainwright
Anne Keesy
Jun 10, 2015
Report
Wendi takes something that could be stressful and emotional and turns it
into an easy process that gives us peace of mind. Everything is very
organized and simple to follow. Receiving an asset spreadsheet with specific instructions on how to retitle everything into our trust was a huge help, and being able to videotape ourselves at this point in time was a really neat extra touch. Wendi is really friendly and approachable, and we feel that we've taken a hugely positive step in protecting our family's assets.
into an easy process that gives us peace of mind. Everything is very
organized and simple to follow. Receiving an asset spreadsheet with specific instructions on how to retitle everything into our trust was a huge help, and being able to videotape ourselves at this point in time was a really neat extra touch. Wendi is really friendly and approachable, and we feel that we've taken a hugely positive step in protecting our family's assets.
Rachel Bannon-Godfrey
Oct 12, 2014
Report
My husband and I entered into the estate planning process with very little
knowledge, and considerable trepidation. Wendi explained every nuance
clearly, and answered all of our questions in a friendly, compassionate and
confidence-inspiring manner. Her consistent follow-up and organized
documentation surpassed our expectations, as did the speed and thoroughness
with which she responded to our emails. Instead of a stressful experience,
each session felt like we were chatting with a - very knowledgeable -
friend. We feel very fortunate to have worked with Wendi and would highly
recommend
knowledge, and considerable trepidation. Wendi explained every nuance
clearly, and answered all of our questions in a friendly, compassionate and
confidence-inspiring manner. Her consistent follow-up and organized
documentation surpassed our expectations, as did the speed and thoroughness
with which she responded to our emails. Instead of a stressful experience,
each session felt like we were chatting with a - very knowledgeable -
friend. We feel very fortunate to have worked with Wendi and would highly
recommend
Mary Griffith
Jun 27, 2014
Report
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed working with Wendi on our estate plan. She explained our different options clearly, created a relaxed environment in which to talk about a serious subject, and always returned our emails and phone calls promptly. The completed plan gives us confidence that our affairs will be in place for our children, who are from different marriages. We recommend her highly!
JoAnn Batey
Jun 12, 2014
Report
Temkin Law offers a thorough service. Wendi's calm and organized manner made it easier for us to follow the process through to the end. She answered my questions
clearly, until I totally understood the answer.
Wendi was very patient and took the time to understand our circumstances and
needs.
Often questions came up for me after our meetings. She was very timely with her responses to my questions. Wendi asked great questions, that got me thinking in different ways. For example, I used to think "that tree I'd like to buy to plant in the yard is kind of expensive." Now I think about it and say
clearly, until I totally understood the answer.
Wendi was very patient and took the time to understand our circumstances and
needs.
Often questions came up for me after our meetings. She was very timely with her responses to my questions. Wendi asked great questions, that got me thinking in different ways. For example, I used to think "that tree I'd like to buy to plant in the yard is kind of expensive." Now I think about it and say
