An Estate Planning Attorney Based in Provo
Maxfield Law is located at 3610 N University Ave, STE 300, in Provo — a short drive from BYU, downtown Provo, and the courthouse. Paul Maxfield has practiced estate planning law for over a decade, working with Provo families, BYU faculty and staff, small business owners, and retirees throughout Utah County.
Utah County has grown quickly over the past decade, and with that growth comes more first-time homeowners, blended families, and small business owners who need an estate plan that fits their specific situation — not a generic template. Without a will or trust, Utah's intestacy laws decide who inherits your property and who could be appointed guardian of your children, regardless of what you actually want.
Free 30-minute consultation. We'll talk through your family situation, your assets, and your goals — no pressure, no legal jargon, and no obligation.
Why Provo Families Choose to Work With Paul Maxfield
- Focused experience — Paul practices estate planning, probate, and trust law exclusively, rather than treating it as one of several practice areas.
- Plain-language explanations — every recommendation is explained in terms you can actually use to make a decision, not legal shorthand.
- Business and legal perspective — Paul's combined J.D. and MBA background means your plan accounts for the financial side of your estate, not just the legal documents.
- Local availability — our office is in Provo, and Paul meets with clients throughout Utah County and across the state.
Estate Planning Services for Provo Residents
We provide a full range of estate planning services to individuals and families in Provo and throughout Utah County:
- Wills — legally sound documents that direct your property and name guardians for minor children.
- Trusts — revocable living trusts that help your family avoid probate and protect against incapacity.
- Probate & Trust Administration — guidance through the Utah County probate process or trust administration after a loved one passes.
- Power of Attorney — designating someone you trust to manage your finances and affairs if you become unable to.
- Disability Planning — advance health care directives that make sure your medical wishes are honored.
- Asset Protection — structuring ownership and titling to shield assets from creditors and unnecessary taxes.
- Charitable Giving — strategies to leave a lasting legacy to causes you care about.
- Prenuptial & Marital Property Agreements — coordinated with your estate plan to protect children, businesses, and assets from prior relationships.
Serving Provo and Surrounding Utah County Communities
While our office is based in Provo, we regularly work with clients across Utah County and the surrounding area, including:
- Orem
- Springville
- Spanish Fork
- Pleasant Grove
- American Fork
- Lehi
- Payson
We also serve clients throughout the state of Utah, with most meetings available in person at our Provo office or remotely by phone or video.
What to Expect When You Work With Us
Estate planning shouldn't feel overwhelming. Here's what the process looks like:
- Free Consultation — a 30-minute, no-cost conversation about your family situation, assets, and goals.
- Custom Plan Design — Paul designs a plan tailored to your circumstances and explains every recommendation in plain language.
- Document Preparation — we draft legally precise documents and walk through each one with you before signing.
- Ongoing Support — as your family, assets, and the law change over time, we're here to help you keep your plan current.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Cost depends on which documents your situation calls for — a standalone will is less involved than a full trust-based plan. During your free consultation, Paul Maxfield reviews your assets and goals and quotes a clear, flat fee before any work begins, so there are no surprises.
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If you die without a will in Utah, state intestacy law decides who inherits your property and who may be appointed guardian of your minor children — regardless of what you would have wanted. Your estate will also pass through probate. A will and trust let you make those decisions yourself instead of leaving them to the default rules.
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An uncontested probate in Utah County typically takes several months from filing to closing, and longer if the estate is contested or assets are complex. A properly funded revocable living trust avoids probate entirely for the assets it holds, which is why many Provo families pair a trust with their will.
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Likely yes. Estate planning documents are governed by state law, and a will or trust drafted under another state's requirements may not function the way you expect in Utah. We recommend a review any time you relocate so your plan is built around Utah's specific probate, property, and trust statutes.
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Our office is in Provo, and we regularly work with clients throughout Utah County — including Orem, Springville, Spanish Fork, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Lehi, and Payson — as well as clients across the state of Utah.