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

Estate Planning Attorney in Broomfield — Wills, Trusts & Powers of Attorney for Your Peace of Mind

100 five-star Google reviews. 15 years in Colorado estate law. Your consultation is free, and you'll leave knowing exactly what you need and what it costs.

★★★★★ 100 Google Reviews
15+ Years in Colorado Estate Law
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An estate plan you can rely on when it matters

You'll meet with Clark directly. He'll explain your options in plain English, answer your questions, and build an estate plan tailored to your family and your goals.

Whether you need a will, a trust, powers of attorney, or you're not sure yet — your consultation is free, and you'll get a clear quote before any work begins.

You're in the right place

Whatever brought you here, we can help. Here's what we do for Colorado families every day.

Here's what clients actually say

Cyndi Lahn ★★★★★

"We had a wonderful experience with completing our estate planning! Clark and his office staff were great at communicating and Clark was very thorough through the entire process."

Doug Saunders ★★★★★

"We had a fantastic experience working with Clark for our estate planning. He was professional, knowledgeable, and even rewrote a section of our plan to better align with our goals."

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."

★★★★★ 100 five-star reviews on Google

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

Not sure which is right for you? That's exactly what the free consultation is for. Clark will walk you through both options based on your family, your assets, and your goals.

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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

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.

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.

Mother holding her child — protecting the people who matter most

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.

Start here — it takes 2 minutes

Create a free Colorado vehicle beneficiary form so your car skips probate and goes directly to the person you choose.

It's a real legal form prepared by our office, and it's yours to keep whether or not you ever call us.

No cost. No obligation. No account required.

Colorado Vehicle Beneficiary Form

Transfer your car, truck, or motorcycle to your chosen beneficiary without probate.

  • Takes less than 2 minutes
  • Plain-English instructions included
  • Any Colorado-titled vehicle
  • Completely free
Create Your Free Form

Ready to check this off your list?

Your free consultation takes about 30 minutes. You'll leave with a clear plan and a clear price.