Planning for the future is a crucial step in ensuring that your assets and loved ones are protected. David is an expert in providing comprehensive estate planning services to the residents of Madison, WI and surrounding areas. He is dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of estate planning, offering personalized solutions to meet your unique needs.
Attorney David L. Giersch always knew his involvement in the arts would complement his law practice. His well-rounded education has prepared him to take a comprehensive view of clients’ needs and give their estate plan or contract the attention to detail necessary to cover every eventuality.
A Wisconsinite born and raised, David Giersch grew up in Thiensville, then graduated from the University of Notre Dame for his undergraduate degree. David then moved back to his home state to Madison to attend the University of Wisconsin Law School as a Law In Action scholar. He tailored his legal education to estate planning and contract drafting, in addition to practicing public interest law at the Neighborhood Law Clinic.
During his second year of law school, he began drafting estate plans and contracts for Attorney Andrew Rosenberg here at Grieve Civil Law. David’s work experiences in law school impressed upon him the importance of meeting clients where they’re at and going in with an open mind and a drive to help. He learned the value of a lawyer who not only knows the law, but can clearly and graciously explain it. As an estate planner, David works closely with clients to translate their desires for their property into robust, readable legal expressions that will stand firm against all kinds of pressure.
During law school, David fell in love with the city of Madison because of its natural beauty, its iconic establishments, and its community’s singular pride. He is a local book club participant and member of the Perfect Harmony Chorus. His community involvement also extends to the Milwaukee area, where he plays keyboard in a blues/rock cover band, and serves as treasurer of the Notre Dame Alumni Club of Milwaukee.
Every estate plan should reflect the individual’s family, finances, goals, and circumstances. We provide a variety of estate planning services to help you establish a clear plan for your assets and future decisions. Attorney David Giersch works with clients to create an estate plan that protects their interests and provides greater confidence that their wishes will be followed.
A will provides instructions for what should happen to your property after your death. It can also allow you to name a guardian for minor children and identify how you want certain assets handled. Attorney Giersch will help you develop a will based on your particular circumstances and goals while taking steps to make your wishes as clear as possible.
A trust can provide another way to hold, manage, and distribute assets according to your wishes. Depending on your circumstances, different types of trusts may offer different advantages for you and your beneficiaries. David can explain the available options, discuss how each type of trust works, and help you determine whether establishing a trust makes sense for your estate plan.
Powers of attorney allow you to designate trusted individuals to make certain decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do so yourself. Establishing these documents in advance can help ensure that financial, property, health care, or other important matters are handled according to your preferences. David will explain the different types of powers of attorney, when they take effect, and what to consider when selecting an agent.