Trusts and Estate Planning

At Briglia Hundley, P.C.®, we understand how important it is to have a clear plan in place to protect your assets and provide for your loved ones both during your lifetime and after. Serving clients throughout Virginia, our experienced estate planning attorneys guide you through thoughtful, personalized plans that bring peace of mind today and security for the future.

Why Estate Planning Matters

Estate planning allows you to control what happens to your assets, protect your family, maintain your business interests, and ensure your healthcare and financial decisions are honored—even if you become incapacitated. Whether you are just starting the process or need to update an existing plan, our firm offers trusted counsel and hands-on assistance tailored to your unique needs.

Our Trust and Estate Planning Services

Wills

A well-crafted will is foundational to any estate plan. It clearly specifies how your assets, personal belongings, and business interests should be managed and distributed upon your death. Wills can also govern the guardianship and care of minor children, ensuring their protection and well-being.

We help draft precise, legally sound wills tailored to your wishes
Provide guidance to avoid common pitfalls and ambiguities
Ensure your will complies with Virginia state law to reduce disputes

Trusts

Trusts offer flexibility and control over how your assets are managed both during your lifetime and after your death. Unlike wills, trusts can take effect immediately and often help avoid the costly probate process.

• We assist in setting up various types of trusts, including revocable, irrevocable, living, and special needs trusts
• Advise clients regardless of wealth level—from modest estates to complex multi-million dollar holdings
• Help reduce estate taxes, protect assets from creditors, and provide for long-term care or beneficiaries with special needs

Powers of Attorney (POA)

Powers of Attorney are essential legal documents that allow trusted individuals to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so.

• We draft comprehensive POAs for healthcare, finances, business, and personal matters
• Ensure each POA clearly outlines your wishes and grants appropriate authority
• Assist clients in establishing durable POAs that remain valid even if you become incapacitated

Advanced Medical Directives

Also known as living wills, these directives specify your preferences for medical treatment if you become unable to communicate your decisions.

• We carefully guide you through deciding and documenting your medical preferences
• Help prevent uncertainty and stress for family members and healthcare providers
• Ensure that your advanced medical directive complies with Virginia law for enforceability