Category: Probate

A Comprehensive Guide to Wills, Trusts, and Probate

Every person, no matter your age, should have a will or trust to ensure that your assets and property are handed down as you see fit. Without a will or a trust, the state of Maryland may end up distributing your assets according to the law versus according to your wishes. Many people believe their… Continued

Understanding the Differences Between a Will and a Trust

In matters of estate planning, two crucial tools often come to the forefront: the will and the trust. While both serve the purpose of ensuring your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your passing, they differ significantly as legal instruments and in their mechanisms, benefits, and limitations. To make informed decisions about your… Continued

Wills & Trusts for Blended Families

As Featured in I95 Business Magazine: Our families change over time. Children and grandchildren are born. People get married, divorced, and even remarry. During this time, perhaps you started your business, took over a family business, or married someone with a business? The point is that our family is an ever-changing dynamic, and today, blended… Continued

Choosing A Fiduciary

Estate planning is a vital aspect of ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes, your loved ones are taken care of, and your legacy is preserved. In this complex process, selecting the right fiduciary is perhaps one of the most critical decisions you’ll make.   When creating a comprehensive estate plan, you will… Continued

How To Handle Social Media Accounts After Death

Social media is an important part of our lives these days. Most seniors, who use the internet, are on Facebook or other platforms, which can be a great way to stay in touch with family and friends. Other forms of social media have grown in popularity in the last decade as well, including Instagram, Twitter,… Continued

Estate Litigation Attorneys Help Protect Your Inheritance & Peace of Mind

Estate litigation can be a complex and emotionally charged legal process. When disputes arise concerning the distribution of assets, a will or trust, it’s imperative to have an experienced estate litigation attorney working on your behalf.  The value of using an attorney for estate litigation cannot be overstated, as they should possess the expertise, knowledge,… Continued

12 Mistakes to Avoid During Probate

As the executor of an estate, also called the Personal Representative in Maryland (hereinafter referred to a PR), you have certain legal obligations and a fiduciary duty to take certain actions, or inactions, on behalf of the estate.  Otherwise, you may be held personally liable to the beneficiaries of the estate.  Below are 12 mistakes… Continued

What’s Up Features Tara Frame as Expert of the Month

In it’s April issue, What’s Up Media featured Tara Frame as the Expert of the Month for estate planning, probate, and elder law.  The magazine feature profiles local business professionals who are serving as experts in their respective fields. In the feature, Tara answers questions about what inspired her to work in the field of… Continued

If My Loved One Has a Will, Do I Have to go Through Probate?

According to Investopedia, “Probate is a legal process in which a will is reviewed to determine whether it is valid and authentic. Probate also refers to the general administering of a deceased person’s will or the estate of a deceased person without a will.” Before any assets can be distributed to beneficiaries, the executor of… Continued

When is Maryland Probate Necessary?

The death of a loved one is always a tragedy.  In the aftermath of your loved one’s passing, it is expected that family members, significant others, and close friends will grieve, pay respects to the deceased, and share stories and memories. Unfortunately, there are legal aspects of a death that must be dealt with as… Continued