The Law Office of Clark Daniel Dray The Law Office of Clark Daniel Dray

Broomfield Estate Planning Attorney — Wills, Trusts & Powers of Attorney

100+ five-star Google reviews. 15 years in Colorado estate law. You do not need to know whether you need a will or trust before you call. You'll leave knowing what you need and what it costs.

A 30-minute call, no obligation — and a flat-fee quote before any work begins.

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15+ Years in Colorado Estate Law
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Clark has practiced estate planning in Colorado since 2009, helping Broomfield-area families build plans that actually fit — not just paperwork.

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15+ years in Colorado estate law

Ohio State Moritz College of Law grad; Colorado Bar Association Trust & Estate Section.

Built to fit your family

No template plans — he built his practice after seeing thrown-together or needlessly complicated documents fail people.

He gets it

A parent himself — his own plan took a while, too. You don’t need to have it figured out before you call.

Your first consultation is free, and you'll get a clear, flat-fee quote before any work begins.

Here's what clients actually say

Sharon Thiel ★★★★★

"Creating a trust and will plan was made simple and organized."

Doug Saunders ★★★★★

"We felt truly heard and supported throughout the process."

Becki Bradley ★★★★★

"I interviewed multiple lawyers before deciding to go with this law office — one of the best decisions I have made. He thoroughly explained the process and always kept me informed."

Tai Cash ★★★★★

"Mr. Clark was incredibly helpful to talk to. He was a wealth of knowledge and advice and my consultation was absolutely free."

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Three steps to a finished estate plan

1

Free Consultation

We talk about your family, your goals, and what kind of plan makes sense. You get a clear quote — no surprises.

2

We Prepare Your Documents

Clark drafts your will, trust, and powers of attorney — tailored to your family and Colorado law.

3

Review and Sign

We walk through every document together, answer your questions, and execute your plan. You're done.

Which do you need — a will or a trust?

Most estate plans are built around one or the other. Here's a plain-English breakdown to help you think about which fits your family.

Bucket metaphor for wills — everything pours out at once

A Will

"The bucket" — everything pours out at once

A will directs who gets your assets after you pass away. It goes through probate court, where a judge appoints your personal representative to carry out your wishes.

For many Colorado families, a will-based plan is the right choice — it's straightforward, effective, and costs less than a trust.

A will makes sense if you:
  • Don't have minor children
  • Have beneficiaries who are responsible adults
  • Only own property in Colorado
  • Want a simpler, lower-cost plan
  • Are comfortable with the probate process
Watering can metaphor for trusts — assets flow out gradually

A Trust

"The watering can" — assets flow out gradually

A trust lets you control how and when your assets are distributed. Your successor trustee carries on your instructions without court involvement.

If you have young beneficiaries or want to keep things private, a trust gives your family more flexibility and protection.

A trust makes sense if you:
  • Have beneficiaries under 35 not ready for a large sum
  • Own property in multiple states
  • Want to protect inheritances from creditors or divorce
  • Need someone to step in immediately if incapacitated
  • Value keeping your financial affairs private

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Don't leave your family with a mess

Without an estate plan, Colorado law decides who gets your assets, a court decides who manages your affairs, and — if you have kids — a judge decides who raises them.

Handwritten wills get contested. Online forms miss Colorado-specific requirements. And doing nothing means someone you love ends up in a courtroom sorting it out.

Most clients tell us they wish they'd done this sooner. The process is simpler than they expected — and the peace of mind is worth it.

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Answers before you call

Estate planning is how you decide what happens to your assets, your medical care, and your children if something happens to you. Without a plan, Colorado law makes those decisions for you — and they may not match what you'd choose.

Colorado's intestacy laws take over. A court decides who gets your assets, who manages your estate, and who raises your children — and it might not match what you would have chosen.

You name guardians in your will. Think about who shares your values, who has the capacity to raise children, and who your kids already have a relationship with.

It depends on your goals. You can leave it through your will (which goes through probate), transfer it to a trust (which avoids probate), or add a beneficiary deed.

Probate is the court process that transfers your assets after you die. In Colorado, it's more straightforward than in many states — not everyone needs to avoid it.

It depends on what your family needs, which is why the consultation is free. You'll get a clear quote before we begin — no hourly billing, no hidden fees.

A woman relaxing at home with her dog — the peace of mind estate planning provides

Yes, you can protect your pets too

A pet trust ensures your animals are cared for by someone you choose, with funds set aside for their needs. It's one of the most common questions we hear — and one of the easiest things to include in your estate plan.

Learn About Pet Trusts

Ready To Start Your Estate Plan?

You do not need to know whether you need a will, trust, beneficiary designations and asset titles, powers of attorney, or guardian nominations before scheduling. Start with a conversation. Clark will explain your options, recommend the plan that fits, and give you a clear flat-fee quote before work begins.

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A few questions about your family, home, and goals gets you a plain-English starting point on whether a will or trust may fit better — educational, not legal advice, but exactly what Clark will want to know.

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