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Franklin J. Feilmeyer is a distinguished attorney based in Iowa, specializing in estate planning and post-death administration at New Point Law Firm, plc. With a comprehensive understanding of both personal and business estate planning, Frank adeptly navigates the complexities of estate management, ensuring that clients' wishes are honored with precision and care. His expertise ranges from drafting simple wills to implementing sophisticated strategies for high-net-worth individuals, including credit shelter trusts, irrevocable life insurance trusts, and charitable remainder and lead trusts. Additionally, Frank possesses a keen insight into the intricacies of retirement asset management, allowing him to provide holistic estate solutions. Beyond estate planning, Frank is well-versed in commercial and residential lending, having served as lender's counsel for multimillion-dollar transactions and foreclosures. His experience encompasses a variety of roles, from representing borrowers in HUD-backed loan refinances for low- and moderate-income housing projects to advising developers in high-rise condominium financing. As a municipal attorney, he brings a wealth of knowledge in planning, zoning, and development processes, making him a valuable resource for local governments and developers alike. Outside of his professional endeavors, Frank is deeply committed to his community. He actively participates in his sons' swimming activities as a USA Swimming certified official and has taken on leadership roles as a Cub Scouts den leader and a Little League Baseball coach. His involvement extends to the Rotary Club of Ames, Iowa, where he has served on the board of directors and earned the title of Paul Harris Fellow for his service. Frank's dedication to community service is further exemplified through his past board positions with Habitat for Humanity of Central Iowa and the Heartland Senior Services Foundation. A graduate of Leadership Ames, Frank also contributed to the program by coordinating sessions focused on state and county government, fostering the next generation of civic leaders. With his extensive legal expertise and unwavering commitment to his clients and community, Franklin J. Feilmeyer stands out as a trusted adviser in Iowa's legal landscape.
Estate planning attorneys help individuals plan for the distribution of their assets and care during incapacity. They create wills, trusts, and other documents to protect families and minimize taxes. Common matters include wills, trusts, powers of attorney, healthcare directives.