Practice Areas
Murtaugh LLP advises individuals, families, and business owners on estate planning, trust administration, probate, and trust and estate litigation.
The practice is grounded in a clear understanding of how legal, financial, and personal considerations intersect when planning for the future, managing a transition, or addressing incapacity and conservatorship matters. Clients include high-net-worth individuals, closely held business owners, and fiduciaries responsible for carrying out complex estates and trusts. Matters often involve tax planning, blended families, special needs planning, conservatorships, and the coordination of business and personal assets.
The firm works with clients at every stage, from proactive estate planning and conservatorship proceedings to post-death administration and, when necessary, litigation. Advice is practical, structured, and aligned with the client’s long-term objectives.
Estate planning is designed to provide clarity and direction for the management and transfer of assets. The firm develops tailored plans that incorporate tax planning, planning for incapacity, and strategies for families with blended structures or special needs considerations.
The firm guides trustees and personal representatives through the post-death process, including trust administration, probate court proceedings, and real property transitions. The focus is on organized, efficient administration and clear communication at each step.
Murtaugh LLP represents beneficiaries and fiduciaries in disputes involving trusts and estates, including contested accountings and claims involving fiduciary conduct. Matters are handled with a strategic approach that reflects both the legal and practical considerations involved.
The firm advises professional and first-time trustees in fulfilling their responsibilities, including administration, compliance, and beneficiary relations. Guidance is tailored to the specific role and circumstances of each fiduciary.
Whether you have a specific matter in mind or just want to explore your options, our attorneys are here to help. Reach out to learn how we can assist you.
