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Chloe Atkinson

LEAD ESTATE PLANNING CONSULTANT AT ZENCO

Education: HE Journalism, STEP Student

Chloe Atkinson is a wills and trust specialist with a strong focus on helping clients plan for the future and protect their assets. With extensive experience in the field, she is dedicated to providing clear, practical advice on the creation of wills, trusts, and estate planning. Currently, Chloe is working towards her STEP qualifications to further enhance her expertise and ensure she remains at the forefront of industry standards. Known for her attention to detail and client-centered approach, Chloe is committed to delivering tailored solutions that provide peace of mind for individuals and families alike.


Expertise

Estate Planning
Will Drafting
Tax Implications
Asset Protection
Wills and Trusts Expert


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Family reviewing Will and Living Trust documents during estate planning

Effective Ways to Plan Your Estate With a Will and Living Trust

Estate planning is essential to protect your assets and the financial interests of your loved ones. It helps secure your legacy while also ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes. Moreover, without an estate plan, your assets may be subject to intestacy laws that may not necessarily comply with your preferences. Therefore, […]

Lawyer helping a couple update a trust to reflect life changes

When and Why to Update a Trust Agreement

A trust agreement is an essential legal tool to help you manage your assets and ensure they’re distributed according to your wishes. However, just like other legal documents, it isn’t a one-and-done deal — you may need to Update a Trust over time. Life keeps changing, and so should your trust. Significant events like marriage, […]

Family meeting to organize estate planning for blended families with stepchildren

5 Essential Estate Planning Tips for Blended Families

Estate planning is essential for any family, but for blended families, it can be even more important – and complicated. When families merge, ensuring everyone is considered fairly can be tricky. Whether you have children from previous marriages, stepchildren, or shared assets, you need to ensure your estate plan reflects your current family situation. Without […]

Family gathered to discuss legal asset distribution after a loved one’s passing

How to Ensure Fair Asset Distribution After You’re Gone

Ensuring fair Asset Distribution After Death is a complicated but important part of planning for the future. When it comes to leaving behind a legacy, everyone wants to make sure their loved ones are taken care of in a way that honours their wishes and minimises potential disputes. Fair asset distribution isn’t just about dividing […]

Family members arguing during a tense family dispute at home

How Discretionary Trust Wills Address Family Disputes

Family disputes over inheritance can be emotionally draining and complicated, especially when it comes to dividing assets. A discretionary trust will can help alleviate some of these challenges by providing a flexible solution for managing and distributing wealth after death. Unlike standard wills, which often distribute assets in fixed amounts or percentages, discretionary trust wills […]