Practice Areas
Startups
Starting a business or nonprofit is exciting—but the legal side can be overwhelming. We provide clear, practical legal advice to help you launch and grow with confidence.
- Start Smart
We help startups get legally sound from day one—structure, contracts, compliance, and more. - Nonprofit Expertise
501(c)(3) applications, bylaws, governance, and state compliance—handled with care. - Personalized Support
Legal advice tailored to your mission, your goals, and your budget.
Contracts
Whether you're drafting your first client agreement or reviewing a multi-party deal, contracts are the backbone of any successful business or nonprofit. We provide practical, plain-English legal advice to help you protect your interests and avoid costly disputes.
We Help You:
- Draft new contracts tailored to your goals
- Review and explain existing contracts in clear terms
- Negotiate better terms and identify risks
- Ensure your agreements are legally sound and enforceable
- Avoid vague, one-sided, or unenforceable language
We work with startups, small businesses, and nonprofits—making complex legal documents understandable and actionable.
Wills & Trusts
Estate planning isn’t just about preparing for the future—it’s about creating peace of mind today. Whether you're looking to create your first will or trust, update existing documents, or administer a trust after your loved one passes, we provide thoughtful legal guidance tailored to your life, your family, and your legacy.
- Last Will & Testament
Ensure your wishes are clearly expressed and legally protected. - Revocable Living Trusts
Avoid probate, maintain privacy, and manage your assets efficiently. - Irrevocable Trusts
Plan for long-term care, minimize estate taxes, and protect beneficiaries. - Powers of Attorney
Appoint someone you trust to handle financial or legal matters if you can't. - Advance Healthcare Directives (Living Wills)
Make your healthcare wishes known in advance. - Estate Plan Reviews & Updates
Life changes—so should your plan. We help keep everything current. - Trust Administration
Assist trustees with filing proper notices, paying creditors, identifying and distributing assets after your loved one passes.
Probate
Losing a loved one is hard enough without having to navigate complex legal procedures. If you’ve been named an executor, personal representative, or are dealing with a loved one’s estate, we’re here to help you understand and manage the probate process with confidence, compassion, and efficiency.
We provide full-service probate legal support, including:
- Filing the probate petition with the court
- Guiding executors and personal representatives through their duties
- Navigating intestate estates (when there is no will)
- Handling creditor claims and disputes
- Managing estate taxes and final accountings
- Assisting with property transfers and asset distribution
- Resolving family or beneficiary conflicts when they arise
Whether you need comprehensive representation or just help with specific steps, we tailor our support to your needs.
Notary Public
Lutgen Law is a one-stop shop for all your power of attorney, closing, real estate and other document review and notary public needs. Attorney Roxanne Lutgen in Mercer, Wisconsin provides legal document review and Notary Public services. Call when you want more than a simple notary service.