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How to Identify Signs of Estate Administrator Misconduct: Detecting Theft or Will Modification

Estate planning is a critical aspect of one’s life, ensuring the fair distribution of assets after death. However, concerns may arise when suspicions arise about the misconduct of an estate administrator. In some cases, an administrator may attempt to steal or modify a will for personal gain, jeopardizing the rightful distribution of assets. This article… Continue reading How to Identify Signs of Estate Administrator Misconduct: Detecting Theft or Will Modification

Maryland/D.C. Estate Litigation: Can I Contest a Last Will and Testament?

If there are sufficient legal grounds, any Maryland/D.C. Last Will & Testament (“Will”) can be challenged in a Will contest. This involves filing a written petition or request with the relevant probate court — generally, the local county probate court where the decedent lived before passing. In this article, the Maryland and D.C. trust and estate… Continue reading Maryland/D.C. Estate Litigation: Can I Contest a Last Will and Testament?

What is Estate Litigation in Maryland/D.C.?

The Maryland and D.C. estate litgation attorneys at The Law Offices of Thomas Stahl explain estate litigation below. Estate litigation is a civil litigation filed in the civil courts of Maryland or the District of Columbia that relates to Estate Planning documents like Last Wills and Testaments, Trusts, beneficiary designations, guardianships, and more. Litigation involves… Continue reading What is Estate Litigation in Maryland/D.C.?

Estate Planning: Securing Your Legacy and Peace of Mind

Estate planning is a crucial process that often gets overlooked or delayed due to various reasons. However, understanding its significance and taking proactive measures can greatly benefit you and your loved ones in the long run. This article aims to shed light on the importance of estate planning, outlining key reasons why individuals should prioritize… Continue reading Estate Planning: Securing Your Legacy and Peace of Mind

Do I Have to Amend My Will After a Divorce in Maryland/D.C.?

Yes, after a divorce, you must amend any Last Will and Testament (“Will”) that has been prepared and executed. Why? It is exceedingly rare that a Will would be prepared by a married person that did not bequeath assets and property to their spouse. However, now that you are divorced, presumably, you do not want… Continue reading Do I Have to Amend My Will After a Divorce in Maryland/D.C.?

Our Father Left Everything To His Girlfriend. How Do We Challenge The Validity Of That Will?

The following circumstances are far too common: Every single one of these circumstances is relatively common, and, as a result, situations of this sort can be dealt with in a manner that is both legal and effective. If you have questions about a loved one’s will, the DC and Maryland estate litigation attorneys at The Law Offices… Continue reading Our Father Left Everything To His Girlfriend. How Do We Challenge The Validity Of That Will?

Maryland/D.C. Estate Planning: What is The Difference Between a Living Trust and a Will?

Both Living Trusts and Last Wills and Testaments (“Wills”) are Estate Planning vehicles. “Vehicles” because both are methods of achieving goals related to the distribution of assets post-death, to lawful avoidance of taxes (in some cases), to avoidance of probate costs and expenses, and to the accomplishment of other tasks. Both involve complex documents that… Continue reading Maryland/D.C. Estate Planning: What is The Difference Between a Living Trust and a Will?

LGBT and Estate Planning (Part Two): Dying Without A Will in Maryland/DC – Assets That Are Not Probated

In these two articles, the experienced DC and Maryland Estate Planning attorneys at the Law Offices of Thomas Stahl are encouraging members of the LGBT community to get their Wills and Estate Planning documents drafted and executed. As we noted at the end of Part One, there is no reason for anyone to die without… Continue reading LGBT and Estate Planning (Part Two): Dying Without A Will in Maryland/DC – Assets That Are Not Probated

LGBT and Estate Planning (Part One): Dying Without A Will in Maryland/DC: Some Basics on The Laws Of Intestate Succession

At one time, having top-tier Estate Planning documents was crucial for Maryland and DC gay and lesbian married couples. Before same-sex marriage was legalized, a Last Will And Testament and other Estate Planning documents served as a legal mechanism to achieve similar practical and legal results as opposite couples have by operation of the U.S.… Continue reading LGBT and Estate Planning (Part One): Dying Without A Will in Maryland/DC: Some Basics on The Laws Of Intestate Succession

What Is Estate Planning in Maryland/DC?

Very basic “estate planning” in Maryland and the District of Columbia involves preparing a Last Will and Testament. More complex estate planning involves complex legal instruments like Trusts and careful attention to how beneficiaries are listed on things like life insurance policies and retirement accounts. Other aspects of estate planning involve legal documents and instructions… Continue reading What Is Estate Planning in Maryland/DC?

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