Our Practice
Estate Planning
- Wills & Trusts
- Powers of Attorney
- Healthcare Directives
- Legacy & Tax Planning
Common matters we handle
- Outdated or missing wills
- Estate and inheritance tax exposure
- Incapacity without directives
- Blended-family and minor-child planning
- Asset protection for business owners
How it works
- 1. Consultation and goal review
- 2. Document drafting
- 3. Review and revision
- 4. Execution, witness, and notary
- 5. Safekeeping and periodic updates
Estate Planning — frequently asked questions
What documents are in a basic estate plan?
A basic estate plan typically includes a will, durable power of attorney, advance healthcare directive, and, for many clients, a revocable living trust. We tailor each plan to your family, assets, and goals.
How often should I update my estate plan?
Review your plan every three to five years, or after major life events such as marriage, divorce, a birth, a move to a new state, or significant changes in your assets.
Probate
- Estate Administration
- Court Proceedings
- Asset Distribution
- Executor Guidance
Common matters we handle
- Court filings and deadlines
- Creditor claims and estate debts
- Disputed wills and beneficiary disputes
- Real estate owned by the estate
- Out-of-state ancillary probate
How it works
- 1. Open the estate and qualify the personal representative
- 2. Inventory and appraise assets
- 3. Notify creditors and pay valid claims
- 4. File required tax returns
- 5. Distribute assets and close the estate
Probate — frequently asked questions
How long does probate take in Maryland?
A straightforward Maryland probate may take six to twelve months; contested or complex estates can take longer. Timing depends on the estate’s size, creditor claims, and whether the will is disputed.
What happens if there is no will?
When someone dies without a will, Maryland’s intestacy laws determine who inherits and in what shares. The court appoints a personal representative to administer the estate under the same general process.
Real Estate Law
- Closings
- Title Work
- Deed Preparation
- Purchase & Sale Transactions
Common matters we handle
- Purchase and sale contract review
- Title defects and curative work
- Easement and boundary disputes
- Quiet title actions
- Landlord-tenant and lease disputes
- Closings and deed preparation
How it works
- 1. Contract review and negotiation
- 2. Title search and clearance
- 3. Document preparation
- 4. Coordination with lenders and agents
- 5. Closing and recording
Real Estate Law — frequently asked questions
What does a real estate closing attorney do?
A closing attorney reviews the contract, examines title, prepares the deed and settlement statement, handles funds at closing, and records the transaction. In Maryland, an attorney typically oversees residential closings.
How do I fix a title problem?
Title defects are resolved through curative deeds, affidavits, or, when necessary, a quiet title action. We assess the defect and pursue the clearest and most cost-effective path to clean title.
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