Portland, OR estates & probate attorney Steve Zipper talks about how you can structure your estate plan to maximize your asset protection. He emphasizes that asset protection is a critical concern for nearly everyone. In his practice, he primarily addresses two areas: litigation exposure and divorce. Having worked extensively in a firm that handles a significant number of divorce cases, he has seen firsthand how inheritances are frequently targeted in divorce proceedings, with individuals often losing a substantial portion of what was intended for them.

To safeguard against this risk, he and his team have dedicated years to studying best practices from leading family law professionals. Their approach centers on strategic trust planning. By structuring inheritances within trusts that contain carefully designed provisions, families can ensure that assets are better protected in the event a beneficiary faces divorce. This planning not only secures wealth across generations but also provides peace of mind for clients who wish to see their legacies preserved.