Estate Planning in West Virginia: Protect Your Family Without Leaving Home
The Skeen Firm offers convenient virtual estate planning for West Virginia clients. Meet with an attorney from home, receive customized wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare documents, and follow clear instructions for properly executing your plan.
Living Trusts in West Virginia: Protect Your Family, Avoid Probate, and Plan with Confidence
A living trust can help West Virginia families plan for incapacity, protect loved ones, preserve privacy, and reduce the property passing through probate. Learn how living trusts work, when they make sense, which assets may belong in one, and why proper trust funding is essential.
5 Important Things to Do After a Divorce in Pennsylvania
Divorce is final, but your next steps matter. Learn five important things to update after divorce, including your estate plan, beneficiaries, finances, insurance, and court orders.
Do I Need a Will in Pennsylvania? What Happens If You Don’t
Learn what happens if you die without a will in Pennsylvania, who inherits your assets, and how to protect your family. Simple, clear guidance.
Ohio Prenuptial Agreements
Learn how prenuptial agreements work in Ohio, what makes them enforceable, and when to start. Book a confidential discovery call.
Pennsylvania Prenuptial Agreements | PA Prenup Lawyer
Learn how prenuptial agreements work in Pennsylvania, when they’re enforceable, and why couples use them. Schedule a confidential discovery call.
Do Pennsylvania Families Really Need a Trust?
In Pennsylvania, probate is handled at the county level and can be time-consuming, public, and stressful for loved ones. That’s why more families across the state are choosing trust-based estate plans — not because they’re wealthy, but because they want control and simplicity.
What Does It Take to Make an Estate Plan in Ohio?
Learn what it takes to make a legally valid estate plan in Ohio. Understand wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate rules, and key Ohio Revised Code requirements.
Trusts Aren’t Just for the Wealthy: Why Families in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio Should Consider One
For years, trusts have been viewed as tools reserved for the ultra-wealthy. Many families assume trusts are complicated, expensive, or unnecessary unless you have millions of dollars.
That assumption is outdated.
Looking Back & Moving Forward: The Skeen Firm’s 2025 Year in Review (and What’s Next in 2026)
This year reaffirmed what we’ve believed from the start: people want straightforward legal help that respects their time, their goals, and their bottom line. Here’s a look at what we accomplished together — and what you can expect from us in 2026.
Essential Estate Planning: The Legal House Protecting Your Family in Pennsylvania & West Virginia
Most people assume estate planning is only for individuals with large estates, multiple properties, or complex investments. In reality, today’s most common estate planning needs have nothing to do with wealth.
Trusts Aren’t Just for the Wealthy: Why Every Family Should Consider One
Think trusts are just for the rich? Learn how a living trust helps Pennsylvania and West Virginia families protect assets and avoid probate.
Estate Planning in West Virginia Using Trusts: A Complete Guide
Learn how trusts help West Virginia families avoid probate, protect assets, and plan for the future. Discover the right trust for your estate plan.
Common Areas of Dispute in Pennsylvania Estate Litigation
When a loved one passes away, the last thing most families expect is a court battle. Unfortunately, disagreements over an estate are more common than many realize. Estate litigation in Pennsylvania often arises when family members, beneficiaries, or creditors cannot agree on how a will or trust should be interpreted or how assets should be distributed
Long-Term Care Insurance: What You Need to Know Before It’s Too Late
Planning for the future isn’t just about writing a will or creating a trust—it’s also about making sure you and your family are financially protected if the unexpected happens. One of the most overlooked pieces of an estate plan is long-term care insurance.
Understanding Power of Attorney in West Virginia: A Guide for Individuals and Families
If you live in West Virginia, having a Power of Attorney (POA) can be one of the most important legal steps you take to protect yourself and your loved ones. A Power of Attorney allows you to give someone you trust the legal authority to act on your behalf if you can’t make decisions for yourself.
Estate Planning After Divorce in West Virginia and Pennsylvania: What You Need to Know
Divorce is one of life’s biggest transitions. While you’re focused on moving forward emotionally and financially, one critical step is often overlooked — updating your estate plan after divorce.
5 Unique Estate Issues You Shouldn’t Ignore
When it comes to estate planning, most people think a will is enough. But as families and assets become more complex, so do the potential problems that can arise during estate administration.
Why Small Business Succession Planning Isn’t Optional — And How We Can Help
Succession planning isn’t just a legal matter — it’s personal. Whether you’re planning for retirement, preparing for the unexpected, or hoping to pass your business down to the next generation, having a strong succession plan in place can make all the differenc
Maximizing Your Estate Plan with LLCs: A Smart Strategy Before 2026
As we approach 2026, many people are looking for ways to protect their wealth and ensure their loved ones benefit as much as possible. One powerful tool in estate planning is the use of Limited Liability Companies (LLCs). LLCs offer flexibility and control, making them a smart choice for families and individuals with significant assets.