Irrevocable Trust

The Power of Letting Go

The defining tradeoff in advanced planning: more protection in exchange for less control. You give up the ability to easily change or unwind the trust, and in return you may gain asset protection, tax benefits, or Medicaid planning room you couldn’t reach otherwise.

What it is

An Irrevocable Trust is a trust that generally cannot be easily changed or revoked once created. By giving up certain ownership or control rights, individuals may gain asset protection, tax advantages, Medicaid planning benefits, and long-term preservation structures.

Why people use them

reduce estate taxes
protect assets
preserve family wealth
plan for long-term care
remove assets from a taxable estate

Biggest myth

“Irrevocable means impossible.”

Some irrevocable trusts can still be modified through specific legal mechanisms or careful drafting. But it’s fair to say this kind of structure asks for more commitment up front than a revocable one does.

Who this trust is good for

High-net-worth families
Medicaid planning clients
Business owners
Real estate investors
Families focused on long-term protection

The Deeper Idea

Total control today, or stronger protection tomorrow. An irrevocable trust is one of the few estate-planning tools that forces a real answer to that.

Conversations We’re Having About This Trust

“Why would someone willingly give up control?”

“The trust wealthy families use for protection.”

“Irrevocable does NOT mean what most people think.”

Asset Protection Trust

Building the Wall Before the Storm

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Spendthrift Trust

Protecting Beneficiaries from Themselves

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Domestic Asset Protection Trust (DAPT)

The Self-Protective Trust

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Spousal Lifetime Access Trust (SLAT)

Protection Through Partnership

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At Hurwitz.Law, we believe that thoughtful planning begins with a meaningful conversation.

We offer a private, 30-minute consultation—by phone or Zoom—for individuals and families considering estate planning, elder law, or trust administration services. This conversation allows us to understand your goals, answer your questions, and help determine whether our firm is the right fit for your needs.

Our firm is intentionally boutique. We work with a limited number of clients so that we can provide a high level of personal attention and care. If we’re not the right fit, we’ll do our best to point you in the right direction.

This consultation is not a sales pitch. It’s a conversation rooted in clarity, respect, and the belief that your time—and your legacy—deserve both.

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