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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

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

What You Need to Know After the Death of a Loved One

Following the death of your parent, spouse, partner, or other family member, it may be difficult to do anything but grieve.  This is the time to be with family and focus on your own emotional well-being.  However, there are countless legal issues that must be addressed, relatively quickly.   In some cases, the estate administration process… Continued