Marc R Carlson

Marc R Carlson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 52 years

Estate planning Lawyer at Castle Rock, CO
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills & Living Wills

973 Melting Snow Way, Castle Rock, CO

About Marc

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Estate Planning 40%

Wills, Revocable Living Trusts, and all related ancillary documents, such as powers of attorney, living wills, etc.

33 years

40%

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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 52 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1973

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Estate Planning Lawyers Colorado, LLC

973 Melting Snow Way, Castle Rock, CO, 80109

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Marc R Carlson's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

49 Client Reviews

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Posted by Laura | May 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Helped us Get Our Affairs in Order

Marc did an amazing job for us. My husband recently retired, and we wanted to get our affairs in order. We began working on this process in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic, so Marc had to work quickly to adapt to the new environment. Which he did -- most admirably. He educated us about our... options, and we ended up creating a trust. We also now have in place beneficiary forms, powers-of-attorney, medical powers-of-attorney, and a safety net for our adult children. It's such a relief to have our finances and wishes organized and on paper. The notebook Marc created for us is almost a work of art. I highly recommend his services.

Posted by Ron and Fran | January 31, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Estate Plan

It was a pleasant and rewarding experience to find an attorney whose knowledge was dedicated to estate planning and not a myriad of other legal specializations. Marc did an outstanding job in explaining the many options for an estate plan and was most instrumental in helping us select the best solut...ion for our particular situation. Throughout the entire process, Marc took all the time necessary to answer our questions and made us feel comfortable with the end product that was a well-organized and well-documented portfolio. We definitely received the best possible advice.

Posted by Ceona | November 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Marc Carlson for Professional, Caring Help

We are so happy we chose Carlson Law Office to set up our Trust for us. The process pulled everything in our lives together and got us organized. Including those things we weren’t aware we had been neglecting. Marc Carlson was friendly, efficient, and extremely knowledgeable. He obviously cared that... we understood everything about the Trust and was willing to give whatever it took to get us there. We felt as if we were working with an exceptionally intelligent and very good friend. Between the one-on-one time, and the extensive information included in our Trust binder, there will be no problems for whoever is responsible for eventually executing our Trust. Everything is spelled out very concisely.

Posted by Thomas | November 06, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning

Great estate plan and planner.

We used the Marc Carlson Law Office to update our 16-year-old living trust that had become outdated. What we received was not just a new trust but a complete estate plan that meets the needs of our family both now and into the future. Marc is the consummate professional with a lifetime of experienc...es that have shaped his approach and attentive client relationships. We waited to write this review until we had some time to read and work with the binder and the funding/process management approaches he suggests. It is pretty much perfect. We have both learned a lot through this process since he didn’t just hand us the documents but rather taught us about what they accomplish and why. It has been a great experience for us, but ultimately for our kids and grandkids who are the ultimate beneficiaries. Thank you, Marc!

Posted by Kathy | November 05, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Trusts

Living Trust

Since my husband passed away 5 years ago, I’ve had to handle many things on my own. Marc was so helpful in helping me get my Living Trust all set up. He was very patient & Kind. He’s very knowledgeable & was very good at explaining everything to me so I could Understand exactly how my Trust work...s. I highly recommend him. Kathy 11/04/18

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Marc R Carlson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Scott Oliver

Estate planning lawyer | Feb 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is very knowledgeable in the area of Estate Planning. Marc goes the "extra mile" to educate his clients, including funding of trusts. Marc is personable, easy to work with, and very competent. I highly recommend Marc."

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David Rich

Trusts lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I worked with Marc on a case in which we each were representing a trust, negotiating a real estate agreement between the trusts. Marc was diligent and professional to work with and I was impressed with his thoughtfulness and attention to detail in drafting the agreement. I would readily recommend Marc to anyone seeking estate planning assistance in the Longmont area."

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John Flanders

Estate planning lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is ethical, professional, and easy to work with."

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Todd Stoneman

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is an experienced, solid attorney. He is someone I turn to when I have ideas to bounce off a colleague."

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Martha Hartney

Estate planning lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marc is a wonderful attorney--thorough, caring, attentive, and deeply committed to his work and his purpose. I have and will continue to refer to him knowing he will take excellent care of anyone I refer!"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Client Champion Platinum, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2017

Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award, Marquis Who's Who in American Law

2016

AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2013

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2010

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2009

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2008

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2006

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2005

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2004

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2003

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2002

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2001

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2000

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1999

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1998

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

1992

Special Merit Award, State Farm Mutual Automobile Ins. Co.

Work Experience

2013 - Present

Attorney, Carlson Law Office, LLC

2005 - 2012

Of Counsel, Hopp & Associates, P.C.

1990 - 2005

Claim Attorney, State Farm Mutual Auto Insurance

1985 - 1990

Attorney, Hopp, Carlson & Beckmann, PC

1978 - 1985

Attorney, Grant, McCarren & Bernard

1975 - 1978

Attorney, Atler, Zall & Haligman

1973 - 1975

Deputy District Attorney, Denver County District Attorney's Office

Associations

2016 - Present

American Law Society

Member

2016 - Present

Lawyers with Distinction

Member

2013 - Present

WealthCounsel

Member

2013 - Present

Advisors Forum

Member

Education

1973

University of Colorado School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1968

University of Kansas

Bachelor of Science - With Distinction

Speaking Engagements

2017

Oliver Financial Group Seminars

Pros and Cons of Wills and Trusts

2016

Changing Times

Pros & Cons of Wills and Trusts

2014

LifeBridge Christian Church

What You Should Know about Wills & Trusts

2011

SVVCU Education Programs

What You Should Know about Wills and Trusts

2011

Dangerous Man Days

Wills and Trusts

2010

The Vibrance Conference

Comparison of Wills and Trusts

Publications

2015

Olive Grove Press, LLC Blooper Episodes in Estate Planning and Elder Law-Lessons from Prime Time TV

2009

Boulder County Attorneys Profiles and Reference Book Benefits of a Revocable Living Trust

Languages

English

Activity

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