Heircraft Planning

Heircraft Planning Heircraft Planning is a trust and estate law firm serving families along the Alabama and Florida Gulf Coast.

We help clients plan ahead and protect what matters most through thoughtful, individualized planning.

If you've been meaning to get your estate plan in order, this is a good place to start.Heircraft Planning is hosting two...
06/02/2026

If you've been meaning to get your estate plan in order, this is a good place to start.

Heircraft Planning is hosting two free seminars in Mobile this June.

Attorney Mark Eiland walks through how the system actually works, what happens when there is no plan, and what decisions matter most for your family.

Thursday, June 18 | 12:00 PM | Innovation Portal | 358 St. Louis Street | Light lunch provided

Tuesday, June 23 | 5:30 PM | Jerusalem Café | 5817 Old Shell Rd | Light dinner provided

Both sessions are free. Space is limited.

Register at https://heircraftplanning.com/upcoming-events/ or call (251) 398-0081.

Most people have never heard of the document that controls funeral and burial decisions after death in Alabama.It is not...
06/01/2026

Most people have never heard of the document that controls funeral and burial decisions after death in Alabama.

It is not a will. It is a sworn affidavit, and without one, state law decides who is in charge and what happens when family members disagree.

We broke down how it works and why it matters. Read the full article: https://heircraftplanning.com/funeral-arrangements-alabama-who-decides/

"Do I need a will or a trust?" It's one of the most common questions families have when they start thinking about estate...
05/29/2026

"Do I need a will or a trust?" It's one of the most common questions families have when they start thinking about estate planning, and the answer is not the same for everyone.

A will and a trust serve different purposes. One goes through probate. One can distribute assets privately, without court involvement. The right choice depends on your family, your goals, and how much control you want over what happens next.

Trusts are not just for the wealthy. Families with a home, minor children, or blended family situations often find that trust planning fits their goals better. Sometimes a will is exactly what is needed.

We have a few ways to help you think it through. Download our free guide, The Estate Planning Book for Alabama Families, join us at an upcoming seminar, or schedule a consultation with Mark to talk through your specific situation.

Read the full article here: https://heircraftplanning.com/do-i-need-a-will-or-a-trust/

The Final Countdown is playing. You know what to do.Heircraft Planning is a finalist in the 2026 Nappies Awards for Esta...
05/28/2026

The Final Countdown is playing. You know what to do.

Heircraft Planning is a finalist in the 2026 Nappies Awards for Estate Planning, and voting closes May 31.

The Nappies are Lagniappe's readers choice awards, and being a finalist in this category means a lot to us. This recognition belongs to the Mobile community as much as it does to us.

If our seminars, content, or just the work we do to make this process feel a little less overwhelming has meant something to you or someone you know, we would love your vote.

You can vote daily at https://www.votenappies.com/
Find us under Professional Services and Retail.

Let's finish strong, Mobile.

Cast Your Vote: https://www.votenappies.com/

If you have been putting off estate planning because it feels complicated or overwhelming, this is worth an hour of your...
05/27/2026

If you have been putting off estate planning because it feels complicated or overwhelming, this is worth an hour of your time.

Heircraft Planning is hosting two free seminars in Mobile this June. Attorney Mark Eiland walks through how the system actually works, what happens when there is no plan, and what decisions matter most for your family. And in our experience, this kind of information is a lot easier to digest over a good meal. Both sessions include one.

Thursday, June 18 | 12:00 PM Innovation Portal | 358 St. Louis Street - Light lunch provided

Tuesday, June 23 | 5:30 PM Jerusalem Café | 5817 Old Shell Rd - Light dinner provided

Both sessions are free. Space is limited at each location.

Register at https://heircraftplanning.com/upcoming-events/ or call (251) 398-0081.

Most people feel a quiet sense of relief once their estate planning documents are signed. That feeling makes sense. Gett...
05/26/2026

Most people feel a quiet sense of relief once their estate planning documents are signed. That feeling makes sense. Getting a plan in place is a real step forward.

The problem is that signing the documents is not the same as having a plan that actually works.

In Alabama and Florida, some of the most common estate planning mistakes have nothing to do with the quality of the original documents. They happen when life changes and the plan does not. A fiduciary who can no longer serve. A beneficiary designation that was never updated after a divorce. A trust that was drafted but never funded.

We put together a list of 10 mistakes that can quietly undermine an estate plan, even a well-intentioned one. If you have a plan in place, this one is worth reading.

Full article at https://heircraftplanning.com/10-estate-planning-mistakes-that-can-undermine-your-plan-in-alabama-and-florida/

We wrapped up our May estate planning seminars in Mobile this week, and it is always worth pausing to reflect on what ma...
05/21/2026

We wrapped up our May estate planning seminars in Mobile this week, and it is always worth pausing to reflect on what makes these evenings meaningful.

It was the people who showed up. Families thinking seriously about the future. Parents who want to make sure their kids are protected. People caring for aging parents while managing everything else life throws at them. Folks who simply want to understand how this process works before they are forced to figure it out under pressure. That kind of care and curiosity makes every conversation in the room better.

That is exactly why we do this work. Estate planning is not just about documents. It is about making sure the right people have the right authority at the right time. Getting that wrong has real consequences. Getting it right brings real peace of mind.

Jerusalem Café took wonderful care of us, and the food was the kind you are still thinking about on the drive home.

If you have been thinking about coming out, June is a great opportunity. No pressure, just an honest conversation. June 18th at the Innovation Portal and June 23rd at Jerusalem Café. Details and registration are at https://heircraftplanning.com/upcoming-events/

05/19/2026

Heircraft Planning has been named a finalist in the 2026 Nappies Awards for Estate Planning, and we are genuinely honored. This recognition comes from the Mobile community, and that is not something we take lightly.

We started Heircraft Planning because we believed families in this area deserved clear, honest guidance through one of the most important decisions they will ever make. Knowing that people have noticed and responded means a great deal to us.

If you have found our seminars, our content, or our work helpful, we would be grateful for your vote.

Voting is open until May 31. You can vote daily. Find us under Professional Services and Retail at http://www.votenappies.com

Thank you for being part of what we are building here.

Most people who delay estate planning are not being careless. They look at their family, see people who genuinely love o...
05/19/2026

Most people who delay estate planning are not being careless. They look at their family, see people who genuinely love one another, and assume things will work themselves out.
That assumption is understandable. Under Alabama law, it is also incomplete.

Alabama law does not distribute property based on relationships or good intentions. It follows a legal framework. When no plan exists, that framework fills in the gaps, and the results may have nothing to do with what someone actually wanted.

Even in close families, the absence of clear documentation can create real confusion. Not because anyone is greedy or dishonest, but because grief is complicated, interpretations differ, and the law requires certainty that good intentions cannot provide.

We wrote about this in our latest blog, including what Alabama law says about will contests, no-contest clauses, and how to protect a beneficiary without leaving them out.

Read the full article at https://heircraftplanning.com/does-a-close-family-still-need-an-estate-plan-in-alabama/

If you have been thinking about attending one of our free estate planning seminars, today is the last day to grab a seat...
05/18/2026

If you have been thinking about attending one of our free estate planning seminars, today is the last day to grab a seat for tomorrow's session at Jerusalem Café.
Tuesday, May 19 | 5:30 PM
Jerusalem Café | 5817 Old Shell Rd

If tomorrow does not work, two more dates are coming up this summer.

Thursday, June 18 | 12:00 PM
Innovation Portal | 358 St. Louis Street

Tuesday, June 23 | 5:30 PM
Jerusalem Café | 5817 Old Shell Rd

All three are free to attend and include a meal. Attorney Mark Eiland walks through how estate planning actually works in Alabama, what documents matter, and what your family faces if no plan is in place. It is a practical conversation, not a sales pitch.

Reserve your seat at https://heircraftplanning.com/upcoming-events/ or call (251) 398-0081.

Address

358 Street Louis St
Mobile, AL
36602

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(251)3980081

Website

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