Metropolitan Kansas City Area And Beyond Estate Planning Attorney Protecting Your Assets
Last updated on March 13, 2026
At the Wehage-Zickwolf Law Firm, LLC, we focus on trust-based estate planning to help your children avoid the public, costly probate process. We are honored to serve individuals and families across Harrisonville, the Metropolitan Kansas City area and beyond.
Our founder, attorney Annie Wehage-Zickwolf, has years of experience as a health care executive. She understands how important estate plans are for addressing medical crises and long-term care needs. As your estate planning attorney, she uses strategic tools to minimize taxes, avoid probate and provide for dependents who need lifetime support. By planning right now, you know that your family will not be not left with chaos during a difficult time.
Building A Cohesive Estate Plan For Lasting Protection
A last will and testament is not enough to protect your interests. Wills do not take effect until after death. They must also pass through probate court. Trusts, however, offer offer privacy plus an immediate defense. At our firm, attorney Wehage-Zickwolf incorporates trusts into estate planning as a cohesive strategy to keep your affairs out of the courtroom. Her proactive probate avoidance methods allow your inheritors to receive their assets faster and with fewer legal fees.
Comprehensive Trust Creation And Administration
We help you select the right trusts for your specific goals. Some of these include:
- Revocable living trust: Allows you to maintain control of your assets while transferring assets to beneficiaries.
- Irrevocable trust: Provides protection from creditors and can help reduce your taxable estate.
- Special needs trust: Gives assets to beneficiaries while still allowing them to qualify for Medicaid or SSI benefits
Annie Wehage-Zickwolf has a deep understanding of long-term planning for children or dependents who need lifetime care. If a child receives an inheritance or settlement without a special needs trust, they could lose access to public benefits. We help you preserve their quality of life through careful trust management.
Build A Stable Future: Consult A Missouri Estate Planning Lawyer
The Wehage-Zickwolf Law Firm, LLC provides the clear, calm guidance you need to build a plan that actually works when your family needs it most. Please contact our office at 816-368-1543 or send us an email today to schedule your consultation for estate planning for families.