Revocable Living Trusts

Protect assets. Preserve privacy. Plan for the future.

A trust is one of the most powerful estate planning tools available. It allows you to control how your assets are managed and distributed during your life and after your death, while avoiding the delays, costs, and publicity of probate. At Carma Legal, we design trusts tailored to the unique needs of clients in Nevada and North Carolina. Whether your goal is protecting your children, shielding assets, or ensuring a smooth transfer of wealth, we build a plan that works for you.

Why consider a trust

Without a will, state “intestacy” laws determine how your property is divided. That may leave out people you care about or distribute assets in ways you would not choose. A will provides:

Avoid probate.

Assets in a properly funded trust transfer directly to beneficiaries without court involvement.

Preserve privacy.

Unlike probate, which is public, trusts remain private.

Protect loved ones.

Provide financial structure for children, individuals with special needs, or family members who may need guidance.

Asset protection.

Shield wealth from creditors, lawsuits, and unnecessary taxes where permitted.

Control distribution.

Set conditions for when and how beneficiaries receive assets.

Charitable giving.

Ensure long-term support for causes you care about.

Business succession.

Provide continuity for family-owned companies.

Types of trusts we create

Revocable Living Trusts

Flexible trusts that allow you to maintain control of your assets during your lifetime and transfer them efficiently at death.

Irrevocable Trusts

Designed for long-term asset protection, tax planning, and Medicaid eligibility planning. Once created, these trusts cannot be easily changed.

Special Needs Trusts

Protect benefits and quality of life for individuals with disabilities without jeopardizing government assistance.

Asset Protection Trusts

Strategically shield wealth from lawsuits or creditors under permitted laws.

Charitable Remainder Trusts

Provide income to you or loved ones during life while leaving the remainder to a chosen charity.

Testamentary Trusts

Created under your will, these trusts activate only upon your passing and can provide structured inheritance for children or dependents

Our trust creation process

Consultation

We discuss your financial picture, goals, and family circumstances.

Custom trust design

We recommend the trust structure best suited for your needs.

Drafting and review

We prepare plain-language documents and explain every term.

Execution

We ensure proper signing, notarization, and witness requirements are met.

Funding the trust

We assist with transferring titles, deeds, and accounts into the trust so it works as intended.

Common uses of trusts

Frequently asked questions
Do I still need a will if I have a trust
Yes. A pour-over will ensures assets not transferred to the trust are placed into it after death.
Review every few years or after major life events such as marriage, divorce, birth, death, relocation, or large changes in assets.
No. Anyone who wants to avoid probate, protect children, or simplify inheritance can benefit from a trust.
An unfunded trust does not work. We help you transfer assets properly so your plan is effective.

They can be simple or complex depending on your goals. We guide you through trustee duties and provide ongoing support if needed.

Why clients choose Carma Legal