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How Our Rhode Island Estate Planning Services Can Help You

Special Needs Trusts

Planning for the long-term care of a loved one with disabilities requires both compassion and precision. As a special needs trust attorney in Rhode Island, Jill M. Santiago helps families create trusts that protect assets while preserving essential government benefits. You’ll receive a thoughtfully crafted plan that supports your loved one’s security and quality of life—today and for the future.

Estate Planning

Every family is different. As an estate planning attorney in Rhode Island, Jill M. Santiago creates wills, trusts, and comprehensive plans that protect what matters most. Whether you’re starting fresh or updating an existing plan, you’ll receive clear guidance and a tailored strategy that ensures your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected.

Home Deed & Title Services

Our Home Deed Re-Title Service ensures that your property is legally recorded under the correct and updated ownership–protecting your home, your estate, and your loved ones. Whether you’re adding or removing a name, transferring property into a trust, or updating your feed after major life changes, we handle the process with precision and care.

Probate

Navigating the legal process after losing a loved one can feel overwhelming. As a probate attorney in Rhode Island, Jill M. Santiago provides clear, steady guidance through every step of the probate process—from filing court documents to settling debts and distributing assets. With reliable support and attention to detail, you can move forward with confidence and peace of mind.

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You Can’t Update Your Estate Plan If You’re A Ghost

October 27, 2025

The spooky season is upon us! As the days grow colder and darker, Halloween decorations emerge, and we settle onto the couch for scary movies and candy corn (at least, I do). But there’s something even spookier than any ghost...

How Much Life Insurance Do You Really Need? Let’s Figure It Out Together

October 7, 2025

Here’s a question I hear all the time. “Do I really need life insurance?” And right behind it comes, “How much should I actually have?” Let me answer the first one right away. Yes, you really should have life insurance...

Understanding Your Wishes: Living Wills vs. “Do Not Resuscitate” (DNR) Orders

September 22, 2025

It's easy to get confused about Living Wills and "Do Not Resuscitate" (DNR) orders. Many people worry both of these documents mean hospitals won't help you if you need it. But that's not the case at all! In Rhode Island,...

Why Every Young Family Needs an Estate Plan

September 8, 2025

Just had lunch with a friend, who's knee-deep in raising young kids. We were chatting about the upcoming school year, their crazy schedules, and college plans. I naturally asked about his estate plan, and he said, "Don't have one—it's bad...

Why Outdated Beneficiary Designations Can Wreck Your Estate Plan

August 25, 2025

When people think about estate planning, wills and trusts often come to mind first. But there is a simple tool that can make a big difference in ensuring your assets pass smoothly to your loved ones: beneficiary designations. A beneficiary...

Estate Planning for Single Women – What Does One Need?

August 11, 2025

Estate planning isn’t just for married couples, retirees, or people with large estates. If you’re a single woman, whether you’re building your career, raising children on your own, recently divorced, or enjoying retirement, it’s especially important to have a clear...

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Free Estate Planning Book by Jill M. Santiago

In Death, Taxes & Change, estate planning attorney Jill M. Santiago guides you through the complex (and often overwhelming) world of wills, trusts, and future planning—with clarity, compassion, and zero legal jargon. Whether you’re a Rhode Island resident, a snowbird with property in multiple states, or someone with loved ones who have special needs, this book equips you to create a plan that reflects your values and avoids unnecessary court battles.