Legacy
1.  A gift of property, especially personal property, as money, by will; a bequest.
2.  Anything handed down from the past, as from an ancestor or predecessor.

As an estate planning firm we spend a significant part of our practice dealing with the first of these definitions by helping clients to draft wills that makes sure that they leave legacies to the people they most want to receive their property and helping executors honor these wishes at death.

But at Phinney Estate Law we are also committed to helping clients address the second definition of legacy but making wise decisions about how to protect traditions, share values, and make a lasting impact on their families and communities outside of their financial legacies.  To learn more about our work in this area, explore this site, set up an appointment for a free 1/2 hour consultation, or come meet us this eventing at the Phinneywood Seattle Streets event.

This Friday, August 12th from 6 to 9 pm, the Phinney-Greenwood Neighborhood will be hosting its third annual Summer Streets Block Party and Art Walk.  Greenwood Avenue will be closed and local groups and businesses will be providing free entertainment and events.

Phinney Estate Law will be hosting a neighborhood Legacy Project as part of the event.  We will be asking participants to fill out a card that answers the questions "What do you most want to be remembered for..." or "What do you most want to be remembered as..."  Answers will be posted on a wire display so that residents can see the variety of answers and get inspiration for building their own legacy.   If you are going to be at the event, please come find us and participate.  We will also be handing out materials for more ideas about starting legacy projects of your own.  The project will remain on display at Greenwood Sip & Ship throughout the month of August.

Not going to be at the event?  Participate virtually by posting your response as a comment here!