Estate Planning Attorney in Hershey, PA

A Comprehensive, Compassionate Approach to Safeguarding Your Legacy

When it comes to planning for the future, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. At Morcom Law in Hershey, we understand that every family, personal circumstance, and set of goals is unique. Our estate planning practice is built around listening first, providing clear education, and crafting customized solutions that give you peace of mind and protection for your loved ones.

Why Estate Planning Matters in Pennsylvania

Many people delay or avoid estate planning because the subject feels intimidating. But waiting often leads to unnecessary complications:

• Your wishes might not be carried out
• Families may disagree over what’s intended
• Your estate may incur unnecessary costs or delays
• If incapacity occurs, decision-making becomes complicated

With an appropriately tailored plan, you can ensure that your assets are distributed as you intend and that guardianship or care decisions are handled by people you trust. You have designated agents to act on your behalf in financial, legal, or medical matters. Your loved ones are protected from unnecessary stress, conflict, or cost.

Our Estate Planning Services in Hershey, PA

We assist individuals and families across a broad spectrum of estate planning matters, including but not limited to:

Wills & Testamentary Planning

Drafting, reviewing, and updating your will; naming an executor; providing for minor children and other contingencies.

Powers of Attorney (Financial & Legal)

Appointing agents to manage your financial or legal affairs if you become unable to act

Advance Health Care Directives & Living Wills

Specifying your preferences for medical treatment, life-sustaining interventions, and end-of-life decisions

Revocable & Irrevocable Trusts

Crafting trust instruments to manage assets during your lifetime and beyond, minimize probate exposure, and create stronger continuity

Asset & Beneficiary Planning

Coordinating retirement accounts, life insurance, real property, and beneficiary designations to align with your overall plan

Incident & Disability Planning

Addressing how your estate will handle long-term care, Medicaid eligibility, and incapacity events

Estate Administration & Probate Guidance

Helping your loved ones navigate probate, implement your plan, and resolve disputes (when necessary)

Because estate planning is not a “one-and-done” task, we also offer periodic review and updates to ensure your documents stay aligned with life changes (marriage, divorce, children, new assets, relocations, changes in law, etc.).

Our lead attorney, Peggy Morcom, founded Morcom Law with a vision of providing trustworthy, client-centered counsel to the Hershey and Central Pennsylvania community (she has practiced law since 2004).

The Process: What to Expect

1. Initial Consultation (Free / Confidential). You share your situation, goals, concerns, and questions. We explain what planning makes sense for you.
2. Gather & Review. We help you collect current documents, account statements, real property data, life insurance policies, and family information.
3. Design a Plan. Based on what we learn, we propose a sound structure—wills, POAs, trusts, directives—that meets your priorities.
4. Draft & Review. We prepare tailored documents and review them with you to ensure clarity, comfort, and alignment.
5. Execution & Guidance. Once everything is in order, we guide you through signing, witnessing, notarization, and even storage of your originals.
6. Ongoing Review & Updates. Life changes — we recommend revisiting your plan every few years or sooner after significant life events (such as births, marriages, or real property acquisitions).

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Do I really need an estate plan?

Yes. Without written direction, Pennsylvania law takes over many decisions — often not in the way you’d prefer. A plan gives you control.

Does having a will eliminate the need for probate?

Not necessarily. A will must usually pass through probate courts. Some planning tools (trusts, beneficiary designations) can reduce or bypass probate delays.

What documents should I prioritize?

If you don’t already have them, the essentials are a will, durable power of attorney (financial), and an advance healthcare directive. Trusts or more advanced planning come next.

What if my family situation is complex (multiple marriages, children, blended families)?

We are well-versed in handling sensitive and intricate family dynamics, ensuring fairness, clarity, and the prevention of conflict where possible.

How much does estate planning cost?

Costs depend on the complexity of your plan—how many assets, types of trusts, special provisions, etc. We always provide transparent estimates in advance.

Contact Our Hershey Estate Planning Attorney

It’s never too early, nor too late, to begin securing your future and protecting your loved ones. At Morcom Law, our Hershey-based estate planning attorney is ready to help guide you with sensitivity, expertise, and dedication. Schedule your free, confidential consultation today. Let us help you design a plan with confidence.