ABOUT US
Baranski Law, P.C. has a team that includes an experienced estate planning attorney and assistant dedicated to providing exceptional services and incomparable customer care. We also have systems in place to automate your experience and make sure nothing falls through the cracks, as your biggest obstacle is typically procrastination and we work hard to keep the process moving forward.
Since our establishment, we have become masters of our craft, and we never stop improving. Our commitment to quality products and expanding our offerings to serve North Texas and Northwest Arkansas has been unparalleled. Contact us today to see how we can best serve you and help you sleep at night, knowing an experienced attorney now handles those things you worry about.
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I count my clients as family, and you will always be able to speak with me. You can count on meeting directly with me and having me personally review your estate plan rather than a non-attorney working at a firm. I will check in with you every three years for free to confirm that nothing substantial has changed in your life.
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Estate Planning is about making things easier for those you love. Here is my family to the right, you might ask who all makes up your family and how best can I make things easier for them.
OUR SERVICES
Estate Planning Solutions
Gun Trusts & Firearm Estate Planning
Owning firearms—especially those regulated under the National Firearms Act (NFA)—comes with unique legal responsibilities. A gun trust is a specialized estate planning tool that ensures your firearms are legally owned, managed, and transferred while protecting your family from unintended legal violations.
Why Consider a Gun Trust?
A gun trust offers several benefits, including:
✅ Avoiding Probate – Ensures firearms pass seamlessly to your beneficiaries without the delays and costs of probate.
✅ Legal Possession by Multiple Trustees – Allows designated individuals to lawfully possess and use firearms.
✅ Simplified ATF Compliance – Streamlines the process of acquiring and transferring NFA firearms.
✅ Protecting Your Family from Legal Violations – Ensures compliance with complex federal and state firearm laws.
✅ Maintaining Privacy – Keeps firearm ownership records confidential.
✅ Providing for Incapacity or Death – Enables a successor trustee to manage firearms if you become unable to do so.
Who Needs a Gun Trust?
A gun trust is ideal for:
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Firearm owners who wish to pass down their firearms legally and efficiently.
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Owners of NFA-regulated firearms (such as suppressors, short-barreled rifles, or machine guns).
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Those who want multiple family members or trustees to share firearm access lawfully.
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Anyone seeking to avoid probate and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
Protect Your Firearms & Your Family
A gun trust provides peace of mind, knowing your firearms will be handled legally, responsibly, and in accordance with your wishes. If you own firearms and want to ensure a seamless transition to your heirs or trustees, our office can help you establish a tailored gun trust as part of your estate plan.
Contact us today to learn how a gun trust can safeguard your assets and your loved ones.
WILLS AND TRUSTS
Estate planning is essential to ensuring your assets are protected, distributed according to your wishes, and managed efficiently after your passing. Whether you choose a Will, a Trust, or a combination of both, proper estate planning provides peace of mind for you and security for your loved ones.
Why Estate Planning Matters
✅ Ensures Your Wishes Are Followed – A Will or Trust provides legally binding instructions for how your assets should be distributed.
✅ Avoids Probate Delays & Expenses – A properly structured Trust allows assets to transfer directly to beneficiaries, bypassing the time-consuming and costly probate process.
✅ Protects Your Family & Beneficiaries – Ensure that minor children, dependents, and loved ones are financially secure and cared for according to your wishes.
✅ Minimizes Taxes & Legal Complications – Estate planning can reduce estate taxes, legal fees, and financial burdens on your heirs.
✅ Provides for Incapacity Planning – A Trust allows a successor trustee to manage your affairs if you become unable to do so.
✅ Maintains Privacy – Unlike a Will, which becomes a public record during probate, a Trust keeps your estate matters private.
✅ Prevents Family Disputes – Clear legal instructions help avoid conflicts over inheritance and asset distribution.
Which Option Is Right for You?
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A Will is a foundational document that ensures your assets are distributed according to your wishes but must go through probate.
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A Trust offers more control, privacy, and efficiency, allowing assets to pass seamlessly to beneficiaries without court involvement.
Plan Today for a Secure Tomorrow
No matter your stage in life, having an estate plan ensures that your legacy is protected, your loved ones are provided for, and your assets are distributed according to your wishes.
📞 Contact us today to discuss whether a Will or Trust is best for your estate planning needs!
Incapacity Planning: Protect Your Future with a Power of Attorney & Healthcare Directive
Life is unpredictable, and without a proper incapacity plan, your loved ones may struggle to manage your finances, make medical decisions, or access your accounts if you become unable to do so. By preparing key legal documents—such as a Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, and Healthcare Directive—you can ensure that trusted individuals are authorized to act on your behalf without court intervention.
Why Incapacity Planning Is Essential
Without a legally designated decision-maker, your family may have to go through a costly and time-consuming guardianship process just to handle your affairs. Incapacity planning allows you to:
✅ Avoid Court-Appointed Guardianship – Keep control over who makes financial and healthcare decisions for you.
✅ Ensure Trusted Individuals Manage Your Affairs – Designate family members, friends, or professionals to act on your behalf.
✅ Prevent Family Disputes – Clear legal instructions reduce stress and conflict among loved ones.
✅ Protect Your Healthcare Preferences – Specify your medical treatment wishes, including life support and end-of-life care.
✅ Provide Immediate Authority – Allow your designated agents to act without delays, ensuring your financial and medical needs are met quickly.
Key Legal Documents for Incapacity Planning
🔹 Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA): Grants a trusted individual authority to manage your finances, pay bills, and handle legal matters if you are incapacitated.
🔹 Medical Power of Attorney (MPOA): Authorizes someone you trust to make healthcare decisions if you are unable to do so.
🔹 Healthcare Directive (Living Will): Outlines your medical preferences, ensuring that doctors and loved ones follow your wishes regarding life-sustaining treatment and end-of-life care.
Secure Your Future with a Personalized Incapacity Plan
Incapacity can happen at any time due to illness, injury, or aging. By having a Durable Power of Attorney, Medical Power of Attorney, and Healthcare Directive in place, you can protect yourself, your loved ones, and your estate from unnecessary legal complications and delays.
📞 Contact us today to schedule a consultation and create a comprehensive incapacity plan that provides peace of mind and legal protection for the future.
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