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Description

Arken Legal Software offers a cloud-based estate planning solution aimed at modernizing the process of drafting essential legal documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney. The platform employs a user-friendly questionnaire to gather client information, instantly producing well-organized, branded documents accompanied by comprehensive commentary for better understanding; error prevention features and dual-screen live drafting enable users to make adjustments on the fly. Their diverse product line includes various legal instruments ranging from straightforward wills to more intricate arrangements like Lasting Powers of Attorney and severance of joint tenancy, all created swiftly with limited manual input. By centralizing client data and maintaining strict adherence to branding and precedent guidelines, it also incorporates an "Intestacy Lead Generator" that informs clients about the implications of dying intestate, effectively aiding in business expansion. This innovative approach not only simplifies the workflow for legal professionals but also enhances client engagement and understanding during the estate planning process.

Description

Bancroft serves as a cloud-oriented estate-planning solution designed for financial advisors, registered investment advisors (RIAs), and firms, facilitating the preparation and management of estate documents for client households. Financial advisors can invite their clients to a customized portal where guided questionnaires for each document allow for relevant household information to be automatically filled in. This platform is capable of producing a variety of state-specific legal documents, including wills, revocable trusts, powers of attorney, HIPAA authorizations, and other necessary paperwork, while also providing advisors with a comprehensive dashboard to monitor document status and pending tasks. Additionally, it features trust-funding workflows that streamline the processes of retitling assets, updating beneficiaries, and managing deed assignments, along with draft letters for advisor review. Among its other useful functionalities, Bancroft offers a secure Digital Safe for storing household records, facilitates trust updates, and provides visual representations for blended families to see outcomes depending on either spouse’s order of death. It's important to note that while Bancroft provides these software solutions, it does not function as a law firm, and users should seek individual legal counsel outside of the platform for specific advice. With its array of tools, Bancroft aims to enhance the estate-planning process for both advisors and their clients, ultimately leading to more organized and efficient estate management.

API Access

Has API Yes 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Wealthbox No 

Integrations

Wealthbox Yes 

Pricing Details

$140.29 per month
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version Yes 

Pricing Details

$299/month
Advisor is $299/month or $3,199/year billed annually; it includes one advisor, up to 25 wills and trusts per year, and unlimited POAs, HIPAA, and supporting documents. Growth is $499/month or $450/month billed annually and removes document caps. Firm is $799/month or $717/month billed annually, with one seat included and additional seats at $249/month. Enterprise is custom-priced. Optional charges include $199 deed recording and $299 individual attorney review.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours No 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Arken

Founded

1992

Country

United Kingdom

Website

arken.legal/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Bancroft Sysyems

Founded

2024

Country

United States

Website

usebancroft.com

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