Estate Planning and Probate is what we do.

Welcome to Ruth P. George Law PLLC! We are a boutique estate planning and probate law office located right in the village of Williamsville, New York. We serve the Williamsville community, as well as Amherst, Clarence, Greater Buffalo, and throughout Western New York. We offer experience in probate, estate planning, wills, trusts, power of attorneys and more. Walking families through difficult transitions such as the death of a family member, helping families plan for life changes like aging and taking care of their family, and supporting small business owners make thoughtful business succession plans is what we are passionate about!

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Welcome to our Office!

With extensive experience in estate law and probate, Ruth George has literally seen it all! Her own life experiences make her unique in this field of law, and these life experiences often pour into the work that she does in probate and estate planning, allowing her to make specific, customized recommendations for your specific situation and goals. As a probate and estate planning attorney, Ruth curates estate plans designed to mitigate the impact of taxes, consider children and even pets, and take all assets and debts into account. Your thoughtful planning will go a long way in making the probate and estate administration process quicker and easier for your family at the time of your passing, and that final gift to your loved ones is at the heart of all that we do.

What Type of Legal Services do you Need?

Getting legal help to work through processing a lost loved one's estate, or even something like creating a will can often be confusing and stressful. Our goal is to help you navigate this process smoothly, and to make what is often a very stressful time a little less complicated. At Ruth P. George Law PLLC, we are highly experienced in navigating the probate and estate process, can help with properly drafting documents like living wills, trusts, and much more. Learn more about the services that we offer here.

What Our Clients Have to Say

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I recently worked with Ruth to draw up my will as well as other documents to handle my affairs upon my passing. Ruth took the time to listen and offer suggestions pertaining to my specific situation. She responded very quickly and thoroughly to any and all questions. I would not hesitate to recommend Ruth to handle your legal needs.


-LM

Check out the Latest News from the Desk of Ruth P. George

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Trust Issues? Breaking Down Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts

By Ruth P. George • January 10, 2025
Trusts can be challenging to understand at first, and depending on your situation, a thought-out approach to set up. Here we break down two common types of lifetime trusts - Revocable (Living Trust) and Irrevocable Trusts.
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The Inside Scoop on Being an Executor: What You Need to Know

By Ruth P. George • December 16, 2024
We’re here to really give you the inside scoop, so that when you are the executor you know what to expect, but also so you can thoughtful in your selection of an executor for your own will!
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The Probate Process Is a Journey - Start off Right: A Guide for Executors and Administrators

By Ruth P. George • November 24, 2024
The probate process can often seem intimidating, especially for first-time executors or administrators who suddenly find themselves responsible for managing a loved one’s estate. So, how do we make it as seamless as possible and a bit less stressful? Here’s our step-by-step look at the process of probate!

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Estate planning and probate can be tricky, and it can be tough figuring out where to start. That's why we're happy to answer any of your questions to help guide you on your journey. Feel free to send us a message through our secure form and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible!