Experience. Integrity. Compassion.
At The Law Office of Claudia I. Pringles, PLLC, we provide the legal services, support and guidance you need to protect yourself, your legacy, and your loved ones. With a full range of Legacy Planning services, including Estate Planning, Special Needs Planning, Probate, and Trustee Services, we deliver personalized, expert attention along with invaluable legal advice. Get the priceless peace of mind that can only come from having a clear, solid plan in place. Because your loved ones are counting on you. And you can count on us.
Estate Planning
- Wills
- Trusts
- Advance Directives
- Power of Attorney
- Pet Trusts
Probate
- Executor/ Administrator
- Avoidance of Probate
- Probate Administration
- Beneficiaries & Heirs
- Last Will & Testament
- Intestacy
Special Needs
- Special Needs Trusts
- Special Education
- Medicaid
- SSI
- Guardianship
- ABLE Accounts
Trust Admin
- Trustee
- Trust Administration
- Independent Trustee
- Special Needs Trustee
- Revocable Living Trust
- Successor Trustee
Testimonials
I had a great experience working with Claudia to craft my Will, Power of Attorney and Advanced Directive. She was open-minded and understanding. She guided me in better directions when I needed it and was clear and helpful throughout the process. And she’s a lovely person.
My sister-in-law visited Claudia’s office with me to have a Will and a Power of Attorney drawn up. I had been procrastinating. Claudia was so personable and professional and made the whole process pleasant and painless. I would definitely recommend her and visit her again for legal matters.
Claudia is not only an expert in Special Needs Law, she is also one of the most caring and compassionate persons I have ever met. Her goal is to give as much information and assistance as possible in a way that makes it accessible to families and individuals who have autism and other developmental disabilities. Her kindness, friendliness and professionalism make it a pleasure to work with her.
News & Events
Social Security Administration Reopens Its Doors to the Public—But Only a Crack
The Social Security Administration (SSA), which barred all in-person visits to its 1,200 offices last March in the face of the rising coronavirus pandemic, is now granting a narrow exception. The agency will offer express interviews for eligible people...
Special Needs Planning Workshop (Online)
About this Webinar: Special needs planning is essential to protect and plan for your disabled family member. Even though not having the right plans in place can be a detriment for loved ones with special needs, many...
Resources
Estate Planning
Be Careful Not to Name Minors as Beneficiaries
Most people want to pass their assets to their children or grandchildren, but naming a minor as a beneficiary can have unintended consequences. It is important to make a plan that doesn’t involve leaving assets directly to a minor. There are two main problems...
Special Needs
Thousands of SSI Participants Accused of Owning Property That Isn’t Theirs
In March 2018, the Social Security Administration (SSA) had a nasty surprise for Teresa Sims, a woman with disabilities who lives in a group home in Minnesota’s Twin Cities. The agency informed her by letter that she would no longer be receiving the...
Trustee Admin
Charge Against Mother Highlights Value of Adding an Extra Layer of Protection to a Special Needs Trust
A recent felony charge against the mother of a special needs child in Minnesota offers a good reason why an independent trustee of a special needs trust, or at least oversight over a family member serving as trustee, may be a good idea. Pamela Fischer, 66, of...
Probate
Probate vs. Non-Probate: What is the Difference?
When planning your estate it is important to understand the difference between probate and non-probate assets. Probate is the process through which a court determines how to distribute your property after you pass away. Some assets are distributed to heirs by the...