Denver estate planning & probate

Estate planning and probate, explained clearly.

Plain-language guidance for Colorado families, from writing your first will to settling a loved one’s estate. Meet with an attorney at no cost and no obligation.

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Which estate plan fits your family?

A side-by-side look at the three most common approaches, so you can come to your consultation with a sense of what might fit.

Compare the options

  • Will-based planStraightforward estates, wishes in writing
  • Trust-based planMore privacy, keeps trust assets out of probate
  • Protective trustsSpecial needs and long-term care
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Where are you starting?

Attorney Brian Musell in a bright Colorado office with mountain views

Your attorney · 20 years in Colorado

Personal attention, from first call to final signature.

You’ll work directly with Brian, who takes time to understand your family, explains each option in plain language, and lets you decide at your own pace.

What you can expect

  • Direct accessYou work with an attorney throughout
  • Clear explanationsPlain language, practical options
  • Flat-fee pricingNo surprise fees or costs
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In our clients’ words

  • From my initial reach-out to my final meeting, everything about Colorado Wills & Estates was on point. Brian was very thorough, professional, and organized throughout, and even stayed into an…From my initial reach-out to my final meeting, everything about Colorado Wills & Estates was on point. Brian was very thorough, professional, and organized throughout, and even stayed into an evening to accommodate a scheduling conflict on my end. I never felt rushed or pressured, and all my questions were answered. I’ve already referred a few of my personal friends & family members and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him/them to anyone in the market for such things.

    Brady J., Denver, CO

    Estate Planning

  • Having to deal with a will while you are grieving the loss of your Mom is stress overload. I talked to several attorneys before I found Brian on the Colorado…Having to deal with a will while you are grieving the loss of your Mom is stress overload. I talked to several attorneys before I found Brian on the Colorado Bar website. Talking with him was the first time I’d felt better since my Mom died. Brian is both professional and respectful and I was finally able to get peace of mind.

    S S.

    Probate

  • Brian did an outstanding job for us with creating our will and all that goes with that. His process is outstanding in walking us through all of the necessary elements…Brian did an outstanding job for us with creating our will and all that goes with that. His process is outstanding in walking us through all of the necessary elements to be included. He offered helpful insights to our many questions specific to our family situation. He arranged the signing along with a notary, found a location that was very convenient to us. It felt so good to get this done by a very knowledgeable and trusted adviser. Brian is a wonderful man!

    Mickey C., Littleton, CO

    Wills and Trusts

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Free 30-minute consultation

Let’s talk through what your family needs.

  1. 01Pick a time online that works for you
  2. 02Talk through your options, and hear the flat fee first
  3. 03Move forward with confidence

Prefer to talk? Call (720) 647-5280. Office at 3801 E. Florida Ave., Ste. 500, Denver.