Estate Planning Lawyer in Denver

At Osterman Law, partnering with a trusted Denver estate planning attorney is about more than templates and signing paperwork—it is about securing your future and preserving your legacy for generations. Led by Lewis A. Osterman, our team brings four decades of award-winning insight to clients throughout the Denver region, including Highlands Ranch, Centennial, Thornton, and beyond. We start every conversation by understanding your goals to deliver a well-defined plan that brings clarity, direction, and lasting confidence.

A Last Will nominates a Personal Representative to direct the distribution of assets through a probate proceeding in court after you die, as well as names guardians for minor children. A Revocable Living Trust provides for asset management during incapacity while you are alive and allows you to avoid probate, preserving privacy and emphasizing efficient asset transfer —particularly beneficial for blended families or those with property in multiple states. A Living Will, or Advance Directive, communicates your financial and medical care preferences when you cannot speak for yourself, easing difficult decisions for loved ones. Most Denver clients benefit from using two or more of these tools together, ensuring smooth transfers, minimized court oversight, and clear healthcare instructions. Consult with us to determine the combination of strategies best suited to your life stage, tax considerations, and multi-state holdings—serving clients in Highlands Ranch, Centennial, Thornton, and beyond.

Tax-Smart Structuring – Reduce or eliminate estate taxes with flexible trusts and charitable-giving vehicles.
Business Succession – We work with clients through business succession planning and coordinate with allied professionals to ensure an orderly transfer of ownership and continuity of operations in the event of illness or death.
Lifetime Support – Marriage, a new child, a move within the Denver metro area or to the mountains — your estate plan should evolve with every milestone.

Swift Asset Transfers – Ensure your heirs receive their inheritance as intended, without the delays of probate.
Protecting the Next Generation – Designated guardians and structured trust distributions provide lasting protection for minors.
Cost & Stress Reduction – Clear instructions cut family conflict and legal expenses.
Power of Choice – Durable powers of attorney ensure that financial and healthcare decisions reflect your values, even if you are unable to communicate them yourself.