Guidance at the Intersection of Law, Family, and Legacy
Mary Vandenack’s expertise spans wealth transfer, asset protection, philanthropy, and family governance, helping families build thoughtful strategies that preserve their legacy for generations.
Estate and Legacy Planning
Sophisticated strategies for wealth transfer, governance, and generational success.
Family Legacy Structures
Frameworks to pass on not just wealth but also values; teaching stewardship, financial skills, and responsibility.
Asset Protection
Structures to safeguard what you’ve built against risks and uncertainties.
Philanthropic Planning
Private foundations, charitable trusts, donor-advised funds, and strategic giving that maximize tax and community impact.
Research & Innovation Support
Structures that fund causes and initiatives that matter most to you.
Serving Entrepreneurs at Every Stage
Entrepreneurs don’t just start businesses, they create opportunities and legacies. Mary guides founders through the full lifecycle of growth:
- Starting Strong: Choosing the right business structure and governance.
- Building for Growth: Managing contracts, compliance, funding, and partnerships.
- Preparing for Sale or Transition: Structuring exits and successions to maximize value and minimize taxes.
- Beyond the Business: Estate and legacy planning to ensure entrepreneurial success benefits family and community.
Mary and her team provide legal insight with practical business sense, helping entrepreneurs align legal frameworks with long-term vision.
Name, Image & Likeness (NIL) Representation
Athletes, entrepreneurs, and public figures face unique opportunities and risks when building a personal brand. Mary helps clients leverage NIL while protecting long-term financial security.
NIL services include:
- Contract negotiation and review
- Brand alignment and compliance
- Long-term wealth strategies
- Integrating NIL into family legacy and estate planning
Mary Vandenack doesn’t just provide legal advice. She provides clarity, strategy, and vision for those ready to grow, protect, and give back.