If you’ve been meaning to “get a will done” but keep putting it off, you’re not alone. Many people in Kent and South King County avoid estate planning because it sounds expensive, confusing, or intimidating. It doesn’t have to be. A simple will can be a practical first step—especially if you want to protect your family, name decision-makers, and avoid leaving your loved ones guessing.
I’m William L. Baker, a solo practitioner with 40 years of estate law experience, and my practice is dedicated 100% to estate planning and probate law. My tagline is “Planning for tomorrow, today.” I’m known for clear, plain-language guidance—no legalese, just clear answers—and for treating clients like people, not case files. You work directly with me (not a paralegal-led process), and you’ll know exactly what you’re getting because I offer flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees.
My office is located at 215 E Titus St, Kent, WA 98032, and I serve Kent families as well as others throughout the Greater Seattle area. I’m a California State Bar member (#321332) with a clean disciplinary record, and I’m active in the King County Bar Association and Kent Chamber of Commerce.
To get started, call
206-833-1890 or email
wlb@seattlewillstrusts.com for a free consultation.
I’ll walk you through what needs to happen in plain language, including:
- Who should witness (and who shouldn’t)
- How to avoid common mistakes that cause disputes later
- How to store documents safely and update them as life changes
If you’ve ever downloaded an online form and wondered “Is this even valid?”—this is exactly the kind of uncertainty we remove.
A simple will is often appropriate when:
- Your family situation is relatively straightforward
- You want to name heirs clearly and nominate guardians for children
- You don’t own complex business interests or multiple properties
- You want a cost-effective first step into estate planning
It may not be the best fit when you have:
- Significant assets and estate tax concerns
- Complex blended family dynamics
- A beneficiary who needs protections (spendthrift, addiction risk, special needs)
- A desire to avoid probate through a living trust strategy
If that’s you, I’ll tell you. My goal is to recommend the right level of planning—not oversell.
