ECKERT BYRNE’S OAK PLAN

Who is the Oak Plan for?

The Oak Plan is designed for individuals and families who want a thoughtful, personalized estate plan that provides clarity, flexibility and peace of mind. It is ideal for those who want to make things easier for their loved ones, maintain privacy, and create a plan that reflects their unique wishes and family dynamics.

Whether you have minor children, want more detailed instructions for future decision-making, or simply want a stronger framework in place if you become unable to manage your affairs, the Oak Plan offers a comprehensive approach. With customized trust provisions, enhanced disability planning, and detailed trust funding assistance, the Oak Plan helps ensure the people you care about have guidance and support when they need it most.

How does the Oak Plan help you?

The Oak Plan helps create a clear roadmap for your family by putting your wishes in writing and providing trusted individuals with the tools they need to carry them out. The plan can help minimize court involvement, maintain privacy, and make the administration process smoother for loved ones.

Through personalized trust provisions, you can include instructions that reflect your family’s values and goals, whether that means providing for children, supporting future education expenses, or creating a structured approach to inheritances. The plan also includes disability planning provisions that allow trusted individuals to step in and manage affairs if you are unable to do so yourself. To help ensure your plan works as intended, we provide detailed trust funding assistance and guidance to help coordinate your assets with your estate plan.

What does the Oak Plan include?

The Oak Plan includes:

  • Revocable Living Trust (Separate or Joint)
  • Certification of Trust
  • Pour Over Will
  • Health Care Proxy
  • Living Will
  • HIPAA Authorization
  • Power of Attorney
  • Personal Property Memorandum
  • Location List and Binder
  • Instructions for Successor Trustee
  • Letter of Instructions to Health Care Agents & Trustees
  • Basic Disability Trust Provisions
  • Basic Funding Instructions
  • Detailed Asset Table
  • (1) Deed, Homestead, & Trustee’s Certificate
  • Letters to Update Homeowners Insurance (if applicable)
  • Specific Funding Recommendations for all disclosed assets on Asset Table
  • Recommendations for Beneficiary Designations for Retirement Accounts
  • Common (Single) Trust Provisions for Minor Children (if applicable)
  • Temporary Guardian Appointment for Minor Children (if applicable)
  • Letter of Instructions to the Guardians & Trustees of Minor Children (if applicable)

How The Oak Process Works

READY TO GET STARTED?