Stephen Villanueva

Areas of Focus: Family Business Planning, Kids Protection Planning, Life and Legacy Planning

Licensed States: Colorado, New Mexico

What to expect from Stephen Villanueva

A 15- minute introductory call to understand your goals and needs.
2-Hour Working Life & Legacy Planning Session: A comprehensive look at your current family dynamics and your assets, including a comprehensive inventory of everything you have so none of it is ever lost.
Education on how the law impacts your family and assets, focused specifically on your County, State and Country of residence.
A transparent discussion of your options to care for what matters most to you, no matter what happens. Planning options that work for you and the people you love. Relational, compassionate counsel to help you make "eyes wide open" choices for yourself and the people you love.
A clear plan (not just documents) for how your assets and those you love will be taken care of, throughout every stage of life, and in the event of your incapacity or death.

About Stephen Villanueva

I graduated with a JD from Stanford Law School and began my practice in corporate law with an intense passion. My experience, however, was less than pleasant because everything was about conflict—the whole scene was overwhelmingly negative. Arguing and taking, arguing and taking. I deeply wanted to be a part of something that was focused on building up people and relationships rather than tearing them down.

So, for a time, I changed focus. I received an MBA from the University of Texas at Austin and gained senior and executive level experience in various businesses such as Dell, IBM, Flex International, Hope Foods, and Livengood Medical. Ultimately, when I found an area of practice and a way of practicing that is different, which is focused on helping people avoid conflict and litigation (the PFL way), my soul was once again ignited with an intense passion for the law.

Working with a PFL attorney means that we ensure that your children, your loved ones, and your business will be taken care of in the best way possible and will be properly prepared to receive your wealth, when it is time. My goal is to be your legal counsel and trusted advisor so you will know with all certainty that you made the best decisions for your family during your lifetime, and that your family will be left knowing that your preparation was an act of love.

I have finally found a way to integrate my passion for helping people plan and prepare for the unplanned (which is an act of love) and helping them strategically grow and scale their businesses. This is why I started Life & Legacy Law.

As for me personally, I have many passions. I am a published author (2x) and can be found on Amazon. I host a podcast (“When You’re Ready to Listen” sponsored by Thresher Media Group), love woodworking, gardening and caring for my yard, I play guitar, and have spent years practicing Krav Maga. And of course, I would be remiss to not mention my Portuguese Water Dog, Neo. He is my daily joy.

Testimonials

Michael McDade
Founder, ABQ Post

Working with Steve at Life & Legacy Law has always been immeasurably helpful for our business. He always provides a better way forward that makes sense for the type of company we are. No cookie cutter solutions here! We trust his experience and depth of knowledge in every area of business, and we are empowered to make better decisions because of him. If you own a business, do yourself a favor and bring Steve into the conversation.”

Walter T Prentice
Founder, Bios, LLC

One in a million! As a young man in my late 20’s, I have found that Steve always provides sound and trusted advice and education. Wills, Trusts, Business Operating Agreements? These are topics that I do not understand or have heard little about as a young professional (they don’t teach us these things in school). Luckily, Steve has simplified the complicated to ensure I have a grasp on the subject to make well informed decisions. I want no one else to protect my legacy.”

On the business side, I got necessary LLC legal documents (operating agreement, etc.) taken care of with ease, while not sacrificing quality. I have had a small business for years, but was scared of legal mumbo jumbo so never did any of the work to protect myself & the business.. I found out that just having an LLC does not fully protect my personal assets from any legal confrontations in business. There is more too it than that! Whoops.

L&LL covered all bases to make sure I have no legal exposure. I am incredibly happy Steve could help me out. He explained things in simple terms and is very down to earth. I understand he also does estate planning such as trusts & wills. Certainly will be going back for that. You will be lucky to ever find another lawyer like Steve.

Sarah Leichnetz
Founder, SLM Marketing Solutions

I am grateful for the way Steve has helped give me peace of mind regarding the state of both my personal assets and business structure. His knowledge and experience was priceless and letting him handle things I simply didn’t know how to handle has freed me up to focus on growing my business.

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THE PERSONAL FAMILY LAWYER PROMISE

What makes PFL lawyers different?

How you hire us.

We begin with a comprehensive inventory of everything you own, and everyone you love, and consider it all in a working meeting, called a Family Wealth Planning Session, to guide you to clarify your financial life and legacy goals before we draft a single document.
How we plan.

We work with you throughout every life stage to map out the most likely scenarios for you and the people you love, planning for each as your life, the law, and your assets change over time.
What we protect.

Our Life & Legacy Planning process ensures everything that matters most -- from your financial assets to your values, insights, stories and experience -- are captured and documented during your life and cared for over the generations to come.
What you see.

Transparency in our process, and our fees … all of which are flat fees, agreed to in advance, based on your choices and with no surprises, ensuring we stay on the same side of the table - supporting you to make a lifetime of great decisions - every step of the way.
How we deliver.

Our systems help you get clear and organized, overcoming the exact issues that keep most estate plans from actually working when they are needed most. We help you leave your family with a gift of love, and not a mess.
How our plans work.

One-and-done estate plans focused only on money are a recipe for a big mess. We help you throughout every stage of life and be there for the people you love, when you can’t be.