Shannon Pawley, The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm Owner, emphasizes the need for proactive estate planning to protect loved ones and empower their caregivers.

DECATUR, GA, July 17, 2025: Shannon Pawley, Owner of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm, has posted a new article on the law firm’s website entitled “Caregiving, Capacity, and Control: What Families Need to Know Now,” in which Ms. Pawley’s objective is to help reduce become successful caregivers.

Pawley states, “Current statistics indicate that there are nearly 53 million unpaid caregivers in the United States and the aging population is ever-growing.” She adds, “The need for proactive estate planning has never been greater. Every day more families face the challenges of caring for elderly or incapacitated loved ones.” Pawley points out that, “Proper planning can empower you and your family members to become successful caregivers, reduce emotional and financial strain, and ensure that your loved ones’ wishes are respected and carried out.”

According to Pawley, “Without legal authority, even the most dedicated caregiver can find themselves powerless at critical moments. That’s where estate planning becomes essential.”

Pawley encourages the use of “Tools like advance healthcare directives, powers of attorney, and living wills,” which she explains, “allow individuals to spell out exactly what kind of care they want—and who they trust to make decisions if they become unable to speak for themselves. Once in place,” Pawley notes, “these documents provide peace of mind to the family caregiver and other family members while ensuring dignity and respect for the person receiving care.”

The entire article can be read here: Caregiving, Capacity, and Control: What Families Need to Know Now

About The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm

The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm was established to serve the legal needs of retiring citizens. The Firm focuses its entire practice on providing strategies to protect independence, privacy, assets and taxes from the government. Shannon Pawley has grown her law practice by providing excellent customer satisfaction with personalized wealth protection plans.

About Shannon M. Pawley, J.D., LL.M

Shannon is the Owner and CEO of The Estate & Asset Protection Law Firm. Originally from the Tidewater area of Virginia, she grew up in a close-knit family with a strong tradition of military service. She learned early on the importance of integrity, hard work, and giving back to her community. Her upbringing shaped her desire to make a positive impact and instilled a deep sense of responsibility to ensure that every individual is treated with respect and care.

Her passion for serving others took root during her junior year of high school, when she served as a U.S. House of Representatives Page during the 101st Congressional Session in Washington, D.C. This life-changing experience opened her eyes to the power of diverse perspectives and the importance of advocating for those whose voices are often unheard. Inspired by the experience, Shannon decided to pursue a career in law, dedicated to guiding others through life’s most challenging moments.

Shannon’s educational journey led her to North Carolina Wesleyan College, where she earned her undergraduate degree, followed by a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law. She then specialized further, obtaining an LL.M. in Taxation from Wayne State University. Licensed to practice in both Michigan and Georgia, Shannon is also a VA Accredited Attorney, making her a formidable advocate for her clients.

Throughout her career, Shannon has been a fierce champion for clients from all walks of life, representing everyone from international corporations to single parents. She has always been driven by a profound belief that everyone deserves to have their rights and wishes honored, especially when they are most vulnerable. Whether advocating in the courtroom or guiding families through complex legal decisions, Shannon’s mission is clear: to protect the dignity and independence of every client she serves.

Her passion for advocacy goes beyond legal representation—it’s about ensuring that people’s voices are heard, even when they may not be able to speak for themselves. Shannon is deeply committed to helping her clients age with dignity, grace, and independence, working tirelessly to prepare them and their families for the complexities of aging. Her work is more than a profession; it is a calling to serve, empower, and uplift every individual and family she has the privilege to represent.