Estate planning lawyer Dana Rieder believes the process should never feel transactional; it should feel intentional. She works with veterans, young families, and small business owners, guiding them to plan ahead, protect their assets, and make thoughtful decisions. By emphasizing education and relationship-building, Dana helps clients approach planning proactively rather than reactively. Careful preparation can reduce stress, prevent unnecessary complications, and provide clarity well before challenges arise.
After thirteen years practicing law in Pennsylvania, Dana relocated to Austin and opened Rieder Law, PC, carrying forward the same commitment to accessibility and trust. Her experience in litigation, estate and probate matters, and complex family planning reinforced her belief that informed clients make stronger decisions. Licensed in Texas, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, Dana blends legal expertise with a teacher’s mindset in every conversation. Her approach goes beyond protecting assets to helping families preserve their values and intentions.
Here are six thoughtful steps she recommends for protecting a lasting legacy:
1. Start with Education
Estate planning begins with understanding your rights and options. Dana prioritizes clear guidance so families can make informed decisions rather than rushed ones.
2. Choose the Right Level of Planning
Rieder Law, PC offers three levels of planning designed to meet families where they are. From starter plans for young households to comprehensive asset protection strategies, clients select what aligns with their goals and budget.
3. Protect Every Stage of Life
Dana represents two-parent and single-parent families, blended households, special needs families, trustees, executors, and beneficiaries navigating probate. Planning adapts as life evolves.
4. Keep Your Plan Current
Life changes. Laws change. Estate plans should change too. Annual membership options help ensure assets are titled properly and plans remain aligned with current law.
5. Preserve More Than Assets
Estate planning is not only about transferring wealth. Dana guides clients in capturing their stories, values, and personal messages so loved ones inherit more than documents.
6. Take Action
A Family Wealth Planning Session brings clarity to the process. Families review their options, select a plan, and move forward with confidence.
Rieder Law, PC has become a trusted planning partner for West Austin families. Schedule a Family Wealth Planning Session onRiederLaw.comor call (512) 569-0009.