Practice Areas

Estate Planning

Estate planning enables you to determine how your assets will be distributed — and how medical and family decisions will be carried out — in the event of your death or if you become mentally incapacitated. Developing the right estate plan is the… Read More

Probate & Estate Administration

The loss of a loved one can be a difficult process, and probate can make things confusing. Recognized as leaders in Western New York in probate law, the attorneys at Smolarek Law Offices are committed to assisting families through the complex probate… Read More

Elder Law

At Smolarek Law Offices, we focus on the specific needs of our senior clients and their families. When dealing with the unique issues faced by seniors, it is often advisable to combine certain portions of Estate Planning, Medicaid / Long Term Care Pl… Read More

Last Will and Testament

At Smolarek Law Offices, we have reviewed and drafted thousands of Wills for individuals and families. A Last Will and Testament (also known simply as a “Will”) is a legal document that states a person’s directions regarding the disposition of… Read More

Powers of Attorney

A Power of Attorney is a powerful legal document that allows for someone you trust to handle your financial affairs if you become incapacitated and unable to make decisions for yourself. A Power of Attorney is a very useful estate planning tool as it… Read More

Advance Directives

Advance directives allow you to give directions about your medical care and decisions in advance, so your wishes are carried out if you are incapacitated. They are often drafted as a part of a comprehensive estate plan, but also can be created separa… Read More

Real Estate

If you are thinking about buying or selling property, you need an experienced real estate attorney to help you navigate through the complicated closing process. For over 20 years, the Buffalo real estate attorneys at Smolarek Law Offices have handled… Read More