Arizona Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts, Probate & LLC Formation Attorneys
Trusted Arizona Estate Planning & LLC Law Firm Protecting Your Family, Wealth & Business
Rick Keyt has been practicing law since 1979. He has prepared 1,000+ estate plans for Arizona families He and his son attorney Ricky Keyt (a former CPA) create custom wills, trusts and estate plans that protect your most valuable assets – your loved ones, honor your wishes, and give you lasting peace of mind. We serve clients in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Paradise Valley, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Surprise, Queen Creek, and throughout Arizona.
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Our Estate Planning, LLC Formations & Probate Services
Our Arizona Estate Planning Services
- Our Fee & 36 Documents & Services in Our Estate Plan with a Revocable Living Trust Our estate plan includes 36 essential items, including: 1. Revocable Living Trust, 2. Pour-Over Will, 3. Financial Power of Attorney, 4. Healthcare Power of Attorney, & Deed that puts your home in your trust.
- Revocable Living Trust 101: How It Works & Why You Need One — the clearest plain-English explanation of what a revocable living trust is, how it works, and why it is the cornerstone of every proper Arizona estate plan.
- Arizona Revocable Living Trust Frequently Asked Questions — answers to the most common trust questions I hear from Arizona clients.
- 18 Benefits of a Revocable Living Trust — a detailed breakdown of every major advantage a trust provides over a will, joint tenancy, or beneficiary designations alone.
Our Arizona LLC Formation Services
Our Arizona Probate Services
- Submit our Arizona Probate Questionnaire to hire Richard C. Keyt to do your probate
Why Arizona Families & Business Owners Choose KEYTLaw
Rick Keyt has been practicing law since 1979
He has a proven track record drafting 1,000+ custom estate plans, forming 10,000+ Arizona LLCs, & 550+ Arizona nonprofit corporations.
- Richard’s son, attorney Ricky Keyt, was a CPA before he went to ASU’s law school.
- We offer transparent flat-fee pricing & 100% refund guarantee.
How Your Loved Ones May Suffer If You Don't Have an Estate Plan
- Your assets may go to the wrong people.
- Heirs who cannot manage money have control of their inheritance.
- Minor children may be raised by somebody you would not want to raise them.
- Probate drains your estate and exposes your private affairs to the public.
- Loved ones fight over assets, costing time, money, and relationships.
- Vulnerable heirs risk losing their inheritance to bad decisions or creditors.
- Family may fight over who can make medical decisions for you if you can’t communicate with your doctor.
- Family may fight over who can manage your assets if you can’t.
- You may be brain dead being kept alive by a machine while hospital and doctor bills climb.
Get an Estate Plan That Protects Your Most Valuable Assets - Your Loved Ones
When you don’t leave clear instructions, the wrong people can inherit, probate can drag on for years, and loved ones’ relationships may fracture under stress. That’s why estate planning isn’t just legal paperwork—it’s peace of mind for your loved ones.
Rick has practiced law since 1979. He has prepared 1,000+ estate plans, and seen the difference a well-prepared estate plan makes. As a husband, father, and grandfather, Rick knows firsthand the importance of safeguarding the people you love most.
Let’s make sure your loved ones are protected.
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Don't Leave Your Loved Ones Unprotected
Right People Inherit Your Assets
A carefully crafted estate plan ensures the people you love—not distant relatives or the state—receive what you’ve worked so hard for, which means true peace of mind that your legacy is safe.
Avoid Probate Hassles
With a living trust, your loved ones avoid the long, expensive, and very public probate process, which means they’re spared from stress and conflict during one of the hardest times of their lives.
Protect Your Minor Children
By naming guardians and trustees, you decide who raises your children and safeguards their inheritance, which means comfort in knowing your kids will always be cared for by the people you trust most.
3 Steps to Protect Your Loved Ones
Step 1
Book a Free Office, Phone or Zoom Video Meeting
Get a free meeting with an Arizona estate planning attorney to get answers to your questions and discuss your goals, assets, and loved ones. After we learn your concerns, we design a custom estate plan that does exactly what you want.
Step 2
Custom Plan Design & Document Preparation
We translate your wishes into clear, legally effective documents written in English, not legalese, so you will have confidence knowing your loved ones and legacy are fully protected.
Step 3
Signing, Delivery & Ongoing Support
You sign your documents, and we send them to you in a nice three-ring binder with pdf digital copies of every document. You receive ongoing guidance when your life changes, allowing you to enjoy lasting peace of mind.
What Our Clients Say About Our Services
Families and professionals across Arizona trust KEYTLaw to protect what matters most. Here’s what some of our clients had to say:
Peace of Mind Through Simplicity & Expertise
“We chose KEYTLaw because of their unmatched expertise & track record in Arizona. My wife & I needed to update our estate documents as our kids became adults. Richard and his son Ricky made the process simple, handled every detail, & ensured everything was titled correctly so when the time comes, our kids won’t face complicated legal issues while grieving. The Keyts care. They listen. They make sure nothing is overlooked. We felt very comfortable knowing they are trustworthy, honest, & experts in Arizona estate planning.”
Armando Roman
Family Wealth Manager, Family CFO, Customized Multi-Family Office for Founders and their families, founded and operated tax and accounting firm 14 years then sold it, licensed CPA 32 years, securities licensed 20 years, 2 exits, married 32 years, three adult children.
Trusted by Professionals Who Refer Clients
“KEYTLaw really listened. They understood our issues and delivered effective solutions quickly and efficiently. What impressed me most was their technology—educational resources and tools available even before meeting them, plus ongoing support to keep everything updated year after year. As the founder of a fiduciary investment firm, I used KEYTLaw first for my own estate planning and LLC needs, and after seeing the results, I’ve confidently referred clients to them. Every one of those clients has come back to thank me for the recommendation.”
Kevin Lane
Kevin adds value to clients by earning their business everyday by listening, being available and insuring alignment of their capital to their objectives and goals. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Florida Atlantic University. He was hired by a Wall Street firm prior to graduation, and lived and worked downtown Wall Street in the early eighties. He then transferred to the Arizona branch system.
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Documents that Protect Your Most Valuable Assets - Your Loved Ones
What You Get
- Revocable Living Trust: Keeps your loved ones out of probate court and ensures your legacy is passed on privately and smoothly.
- Last Will & Testament: Puts your wishes in writing so the right people inherit and your children are always cared for.
- Financial Power of Attorney: Gives someone you trust control of your finances if you can’t manage them, protecting your loved ones from chaos.
- Healthcare Power of Attorney: You decide who makes medical choices for you, sparing your loved ones from painful uncertainty.
- Deed Transferring Your Home to the Trust: Protects your loved ones home and ensures it stays with the people you choose.
- Guardian Designation for Minor Children: Guarantees the people you trust—not the courts—will raise your children if the unthinkable happens.
- HIPAA Authorization: Allows loved ones to access your medical records when it matters most.
- Beneficiary Designations: Keeps life insurance and retirement accounts aligned with your wishes, protecting your loved ones’ financial security.
- Personal Property Memorandum: Lets you pass on treasured personal property items—like jewelry, art, collections, furniture, equipment, guns, heirlooms, or keepsakes to the people you designate — so your memories live on with the right people.
- Ongoing Reviews & Updates: Ensures your estate plan grows with your loved ones and stays strong as laws change, giving you lasting peace of mind.
Why You Should Choose Us
Get answers to your questions during our no-obligation meeting & explore your options risk-free. Make confident decisions without pressure.
Visit our easy-to-use online calendar to schedule a complimentary office, phone, or Zoom video meeting to design your custom estate plan.
Attorney Since 1979
Trusted expertise with proven results. You avoid costly mistakes and get it done right the first time.
1,000+ Clients Served
Deep understanding of unique family needs. You won’t feel like just another file on a desk.
418 Five-star Reviews
Social proof of client satisfaction. You can trust you’re making the right choice. See the reviews.
Custom Revocable Living Trust
Tailored plans that reflect your exact wishes. Your loved ones are protected the way you want.
Asset Protected Trusts for Your Loved Ones
You have an option to create a lifetime asset-protected trust for each loved one that protects the inherited assets from creditors, ex-spouses & bankruptcy courts.
Family Avoids Probate
Keep your family out of an expensive public Superior court probate. Your loved ones get what you intended without court delay, legal fees & drama.
Total Time 1–2 weeks
Get protected without delays. You sign your documents within one week of your free meeting. You stop worrying and start sleeping better.
Frequently Asked Questions
Isn’t estate planning too expensive?
A good plan costs far less than the court fees, taxes, and loved ones disputes that can happen without one. It’s an investment in your loved one’s protection and peace of mind.
How long does the estate planning process take?
Most of our plans are completed in 1 – 2 weeks. We’ve simplified everything into a few meetings, with most of the work done by our team behind the scenes.
I’m not wealthy. Do I really need an estate plan?
Estate planning isn’t just for the wealthy. It’s about making sure your wishes are followed, the people you want inherit your assets, your loved ones avoids probate, and your loved ones are protected no matter your asset level.
Can’t I just use an online will or DIY form?
DIY documents often leave dangerous gaps, may not follow Arizona law, and can cause your estate to end up in probate anyway. Our plans are customized for you and legally effective in Arizona.
What’s the difference between a will and a trust?
A will does not transfer assets unless a probate is opened with an Arizona Superior Court. It is effect only after death and only if a probate is opened. A trust transfers assets on your death, avoids probate, stays private, and works if you become incapacitated. We give our clients a will and a trust, but the only purposes of the will are to transfer assets that remain in the name of the deceased to the trust and name who will be the guardian of minor children.
What happens if I don’t do any planning?
The law of your state of residence when you die, not you, will determine who inherits your assets. Your failure to adopt a will and/or a trust could result in the wrong person or people inheriting your assets. If you don’t plan your loved ones could end up in probate court, facing delays, high costs ($5,000+), and public exposure. Arizona residents can learn who will inherit their assets if the resident dies without a will or a trust by reading my article called “Who Inherits Your Property If You Die without a Will or a Trust.”
How does a financial power of attorney help?
It allows someone you trust to manage your financial affairs if you become mentally incapacitated, which avoids costly court proceedings and protects your loved ones from financial chaos.
What’s the difference between a living will and a healthcare power of attorney?
A living will states you want to pull the plug is you are brain dead being kept alive by a machine. A healthcare power of attorney names the person who makes medical decisions for you if you cannot communicate with your doctor.
How often should I update my estate plan
We recommend reviewing it every year, or after major life events like marriage, divorce, a new child, or significant changes in assets or the law.
Will my plan still work if I move out of Arizona?
Yes, but we recommend reviewing it with an attorney in your new state to ensure it complies with local laws.
How do you keep my estate plan private?
Unlike a probate, which is public, trusts and other planning tools we prepare keep your affairs confidential and out of the public record.
Can I leave different amounts to different children?
Yes. You can divide assets however you wish. We’ll make sure it’s clear, legal, and less likely to cause disputes.
What if I want to disinherit someone?
We can structure your plan to exclude an heir while reducing the chances of legal challenges in court.
What if my children aren’t responsible with money?
We can design the child’s trust so its assets are managed by someone you trust or a trust company. The trust can distribute assets over time or under specific conditions so the child can’t blow or waste all the inherited assets.
How does transferring my home into a trust affect my mortgage?
Federal law prevents your lender from calling your loan due just because you transfer your home into a revocable trust. Your mortgage terms stay the same.
What about my digital assets and online accounts?
We help you create a plan for online accounts, digital files, and even cryptocurrency, so nothing is lost or inaccessible to your loved ones.
How will my estate plan affect taxes?
For people who die in 2025 their estate does not have to pay federal estate tax unless their net worth exceeds $15 million A married couple’s estate does not have to pay federal estate tax unless their combined net worth exceeds $30,00,000. All money left by a spouse to the surviving spouse avoids federal estate tax on the death of the first spouse. If the value of your assets exceeds $15,000,000 for a single person or $30,000,000 for a married couple we can do advance estate tax planning to reduce the federal estate tax on the death of a single person or the death of the second spouse for a married couple.
What makes KEYTLaw different from other estate planning firms?
Rick Keyt has practiced law since 1979. He’s created estate plans for more than 1,000 Arizona clients. He has 418 five-star reviews. The Keyts combine deep expertise with personal care to ensure your estate plan works exactly as intended when your loved ones need it most. We will help you protect your most valuable assets – your loved ones.
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