Estate Planning Attorney in Las Vegas & Salt Lake City — Plan with Clarity and Confidence

Helping individuals and families across Nevada and Utah create clear, coordinated estate plans that protect what matters most.

Estate planning is about more than documents—it’s about making sure your wishes are clear and the people you care about are supported when it matters most. Heaton Legal Group Attorneys at Law works with clients in Las Vegas and Salt Lake City to create thoughtful, structured estate plans that align with both personal and business priorities.

Call: (702) 329-9901 (Las Vegas) | (801) 253-3305 (Salt Lake City)

A Clear Plan Helps Avoid Uncertainty Later

Without a coordinated estate plan, decisions about your assets, healthcare, and responsibilities may be left to the courts or handled without clear direction.


A well-structured plan helps reduce confusion, minimize delays, and ensure your intentions are followed. It also gives your family a clearer path forward during difficult moments.


Working with an estate planning attorney in Las Vegas or Salt Lake City helps ensure everything is properly documented and aligned from the start.

Estate Planning Services That Work Together

An effective estate plan isn’t a collection of separate documents—it’s a coordinated system where each piece supports the others. Heaton Legal Group provides guidance across key estate planning areas:

Wills & Trusts

Establish how assets are distributed and create structures that support long-term planning.

Probate & Estate Administration

Guide families through the legal process of administering an estate after death.

Trust Administration

Support trustees in managing responsibilities, distributions, and recordkeeping.

Power of Attorney

Put clear authority in place for financial and healthcare decisions if you’re unable to act.

Guardianship

Establish legal authority to care for minors or individuals who cannot make decisions independently.

Estate Planning That Reflects Your Life and Responsibilities

Every estate plan should reflect more than assets—it should reflect how you live, what you’ve built, and who depends on you.


Heaton Legal Group works with individuals, families, and business owners to create plans that consider both personal and financial realities, including business ownership, long-term care decisions, and multi-generational planning.



This approach helps ensure your plan is practical, complete, and built to work when it’s needed.

What Clients Say About Working With Our Firm

Families and individuals across Nevada and Utah rely on clear, thoughtful guidance when planning for the future. Many clients return over time as their needs evolve, trusting the firm to provide consistent support and practical advice.

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“One Plan. Not a Collection of Documents.”

  • A well-built estate plan should feel clear—not overwhelming. Each document should work together to support your goals and make things easier for the people you care about.

Heaton Legal Group focuses on building coordinated plans where nothing is left uncertain or disconnected.


This approach helps you:

  • Ensure your wishes are clearly documented
  • Avoid gaps between wills, trusts, and powers of attorney
  • Provide clear direction for your family
  • Reduce the risk of disputes or confusion
  • The goal is simple: clarity, structure, and peace of mind.
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Why Families Choose Heaton Legal Group


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Comprehensive Estate Planning Support

Guidance across wills, trusts, probate, and related planning—structured to work together as one complete plan.

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Direct Attorney Access

Work directly with attorneys who stay involved from start to finish, providing clear and consistent communication.

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Experience That Informs Decisions

More than fifty years of combined experience guiding families and business owners through planning and administration.

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Financial Insight Where It Matters

Legal guidance informed by accounting experience, including CPA licensure in Colorado, adding clarity to complex decisions.

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Nevada & Utah Presence

Offices in Las Vegas and Salt Lake City providing consistent support across both states.

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Built for Long-Term Relationships

Ongoing guidance as your life, family, and assets evolve—not just a one-time plan.

Estate Planning Across Nevada & Utah

Estate planning laws and requirements can vary between Nevada and Utah, especially when it comes to probate procedures, trust administration, and healthcare directives.


Heaton Legal Group works with clients in Las Vegas, the Las Vegas Valley, Salt Lake City, and throughout both states to create plans that reflect the legal requirements of each jurisdiction.


With offices in both locations, the firm provides consistent guidance whether your planning is local or spans multiple states.

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Estate Planning FAQs

  • What documents are included in an estate plan?

    Most estate plans include a will, trusts (if applicable), powers of attorney, and healthcare directives.

  • Do I need both a will and a trust?

    It depends on your situation and goals. Some plans benefit from both, while others may not require a trust.

  • Can estate planning include my business?

    Yes. Estate planning can include business interests, ownership transitions, and succession planning.

Work Directly with Attorneys Who Understand Estate Planning

At Heaton Legal Group, clients work directly with attorneys who understand both the legal and practical aspects of estate planning.

William H. Heaton 

Experience advising clients on estate planning, business matters, and long-term legal strategy.

Jonathan W. Heaton

Business and estate planning attorney with accounting and compliance background, including CPA licensure in Colorado.

This direct approach ensures your plan is built thoughtfully and aligned with your goals.

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Start Planning with Clarity


Creating an estate plan is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your family and your assets.



Working with an estate planning attorney in Las Vegas or Salt Lake City helps ensure everything is structured clearly and handled correctly from the beginning.

Las Vegas: (702) 329-9901

 Salt Lake City: (801) 253-3305