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Leave a legacy for your loved ones, not a to-do list.
Estate planning isn’t something you do for yourself. It’s a love letter to your family, friends, and beneficiaries. It’s a way to ensure that your loved ones, especially your children, will be taken care of in the future, no matter what life throws your way.
As experienced estate-planning attorneys, we’ll help you put a plan in place that reflects your own personal wishes, meets Iowa legal requirements, and considers all eventualities.
By investing just a few hours of your time in the process, you’ll secure a peace of mind that will last a lifetime.
What can we do for you?
Take advantage of our virtual, one-on-one, customized problem-solving for your family’s unique estate-planning needs.
Probate: Close Your Loved One’s Estate
Find assistance navigating the complex probate process for the estate of a deceased loved one.
Hope Wood, JD, was named one of the three best probate attorneys in Des Moines by Expertise.com. With more than a decade of experience working probate cases in Iowa, she has the expertise — and the compassion — to make the process as painless as possible for you and your family.
Before you select your probate attorney, make sure to dig into FAQs and relevant blogs, look at estimated costs, read reviews from previous clients, and find out what to expect from the process.
Unlike many other attorneys, Hope and her team are committed to a transparency to ensure you have everything you need to make the right decision for your family.
Estate Planning: Protect Your Family’s Future
Will in a Day®
Get all of your estate documents in less than two hours. This one-of-a-kind comprehensive package provides a last will and testament, asset-transfer plan, power of attorney and living will.
Power of Attorney
Appoint a trusted individual to act on your behalf in financial or health care matters in case you ever become incapacitated.
Living Will
Outline your wishes for life-sustaining medical procedures so your loved ones can feel confident making decisions.
Revocable Trust
Create a revocable trust to save your family from having to go through probate.
Why Hire Hope Wood, JD?
It can be difficult to find an attorney you can trust, who cares about you as a person, and who is open and honest about costs and complications.
If you choose to work with me and my team, we promise to always:
Work in Your Best Interest
“She treated me as more than just a client, but as a concerned friend.”
- Debra S.
Keep Costs Down
“Very quick, convenient, and affordable”
- Matt H.
Be Efficient
“In a couple of hours, we walked out with a
completed will.”
- Josh G
Problem Solve
“Hope is attentive, smart and a problem solver.”
- Gina S.
Your Plan of Action
Estate-planning is simpler than you think. Here’s how to get started:
Step 1: Learn more
Read about the estate-planning process and get your questions answers. Check out FAQS about last will and testament, revocable trusts, power of attorney, probate, and living wills.
Step 2: Hear from our clients
Read testimonials from my previous clients to get a sense of who we are and what to expect.
Step 3: Schedule an appoinment
Set up a time to meet with us virtually or in-person (your preference). You don’t need to call or email to set up a meeting. Just book a time directly on the calendar.
We’re here to solve your problems with honesty, integrity, and transparency.
As a working mom, I know what it’s like to juggle multiple priorities, a tight budget, and a busy schedule. I’m here to listen to your concerns, explain everything upfront, use your time efficiently, and ensure your family is set up for a secure future in an unpredictable world.
What Iowans Are Saying About Hope
“My wife and I recently had our second child and felt it important, if overdue, to get a will drawn up. We had no idea what to expect but Hope helped us through the process — quickly and efficiently. She took time to answer all our question and we feel the experience was well worth it. Thanks Hope!”
— Mason K.
Hope Wood was trustworthy and personable when handling my personal and family law needs. Hope was timely and efficient when I had questions. During the process Hope was kind and helped me feel comfortable and trust that she had my best interests at heart. I highly recommend Hope!
— Pamela R.
“Hope Wood was great to work with! She is kind, knowledgeable, a great communicator and responsive. The Will in a Day process was quick and easy. She made this (not so fun) task straightforward and simple. We are happy we found her. I would highly recommend!
— Kaylie H.
“Her style and approach to providing legal assistance was a breath of fresh air. The world needs more attorneys like Hope Wood.”
— Nancy W.
Contact Us
Have a question about estate planning, power of attorney, or probate? Submit your question and let us know how we can help you. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible.