Birmingham Estate Planning Attorneys for Wills, Trusts & Estates
Plan Today for the Generations Ahead
Comprehensive Estate Planning for Families Across Alabama
At Gardner Law LLC, we help clients create and maintain estate plans that reflect their priorities and values. Our Birmingham-based estate planning attorneys advise on wills, trusts, and advanced estate and tax planning strategies, providing solutions that protect family wealth and reduce uncertainty. Each plan is tailored to your unique situation — whether you’re setting up a living trust, updating your will, or addressing multi-generational wealth transfer, or seeking to reduce tax burdens.
Estate planning can be complex, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our attorneys work closely with you to simplify every step, from selecting the right documents to coordinating with tax and business planning strategies.
Our Estate Planning Services
Helping You Build a Plan That Lasts
Drafting or updating a legally sound will ensures your wishes are clearly outlined and honored. We’ll help you define beneficiaries, appoint personal representatives, and create a plan that reflects your intent.
Wills & Testamentary Planning
Trust Formation & Administration
From revocable living trusts to charitable trusts to reduce taxes, our attorneys assist in structuring trusts that support your family and minimize probate and tax exposure. We also advise fiduciaries on administration and compliance.
Powers of Attorney & Advance Directives
Ensure trusted individuals can make financial and healthcare decisions on your behalf if needed. We help clients draft and maintain durable powers of attorney and healthcare directives tailored to Alabama law.
Estate & Tax Planning Integration
For high-net-worth individuals and business owners, estate planning often intersects with tax strategies. Our team incorporates tax planning and business considerations into every estate plan.
Why Clients Choose Gardner Law
A Local Estate Planning Firm with Deep Experience
- Extensive experience serving families throughout Alabama
- LL.M.-trained attorney in tax law and estate planning
- Trusted by high-net-worth clients across Alabama
- Personalized estate plans designed for long-term flexibility
- Seamless integration with business and tax strategies
Answers to Common Estate Planning Questions
What You Should Know Before You Begin
How often should I update my will or trust?
We recommend reviewing your estate plan every few years or after major life changes such as marriage, relocation, the birth or death of a family member. Keeping documents current ensures they still reflect your wishes in compliance with Alabama laws.
What’s the difference between a will and a living trust?
A will directs how your assets are distributed after death, while a living trust allows assets to be managed and transferred during your lifetime, and or at death, while avoiding probate. Our attorneys can help determine which option is right for you.
Do I need a power of attorney?
Yes. Financial and medical powers of attorney help protect your interests if you’re ever unable to make decisions for yourself. These documents are a critical part of a comprehensive estate plan.