Estate Planning can be an emotional experience so we craft our services to meet the needs of each individual client. Each client receives the individualized attention and the following:

  • Attorney consultation with a complete explanation of probate and tax laws
  • A review of strategies to save taxes and protect your legacy
  • Instructions on the duties of the Executor, Trustee, Guardian, Health Care Representative, and Agent under Power of Attorney
  • A detailed explanation of your options in connection with end-of-life decision making
  • A review of options with respect to a Durable Power of Attorney 
  • Documents customized to meet your individual needs including ALL parts of estate planning 
  • Flexibility of the attorney meeting you at your home
  • All done for one flat fee

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A Durable Power of Attorney 

Should be executed appointing an agent to protect one's person and property. Individuals, who become disabled mentally and do not have a power of attorney, can only be protected by an expensive and humiliating procedure known as guardianship.

New Jersey Estate Planning: A 3 Part Plan

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Many people tend to think of estate plan as simply a will. However, with the growing medical needs of an aging population, as well as the need to protect hard-earned assets from excessive taxation, prudent estate planning requires addiitional protection for all of us. A comprehensive estate plan should include three documents.

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More Than Just A Will

An Advanced Medical Directive (also known as a Living Will) 

Should be signed to set forth one's intentions in a situation where there is no reasonable hope of their recovery or regaining a meaningful quality of life. In addition, the appointment of a Healthcare Representative allows medical personnel to consult with your loved ones about your care. 

A Will

Declares who shall inherit an individual's assets (the beneficiaries) and who shall be responsible for distributing them to such beneficiaries (the executor). A will also sets forth who will care for your children (the guardian) and who will administer the assets you leave to your children (the trustee). 

SAMANTHA PETTINE ZAZZO

Years of experience: 20


Samantha Pettine Zazzo founded this firm in 2010 with a focus on the need for proper Estate Planning and Administration.  She has practiced law for over twenty-five years, spending the first third of her career as a litigator, handling complex commercial litigation cases including CERCLA Superfund litigation, disability fraud, and commercial real estate litigation.  She also served as in-house counsel for an equipment leasing company, counseling them in all aspects of their business.  She now limits her practice to Estate Planning and Probate matters, preparing Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and Advanced Medical Directives. 

In addition to her practice, Ms. Zazzo coaches the Rancocas Valley Regional High School Mock Trial team, served as Vice President of the Eastampton School Board, and volunteers her time with a local church.

Background

J.D. with Honors, 1994, Rutgers University Law School

B.A. magna cum laude, 1991, Drew University

Bar Admissions

Ms. Zazzo is admitted to practice in the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania.  She is also admitted in the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey and for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.