Maryland Estate Planning

"When providing for your loved ones,
don't leave them a legacy of litigation."

- Edward J. Hiller, Esquire
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A Last Will and Testament is critical to any prudent estate plan.Family fueds over estates have become so commonplace that one perverse reality TV show boasts that, "where there's a will, there's a war!"  In courtrooms throughout the country, spouses and children battle over the assets of estates, the validity of wills, or the absence of proper estate planning.  While one could observe that it is "irresponsible" to die without a Will, many of us avoid the issue until it is too late, or rely on outdated documents drafted by family lawyers under laws that have long been repealed.  Because our lives and our laws change every day, it is essential that we plan for the day when we may no longer speak for ourselves.

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Estate planning with a lawyer can help prevent probate litigation.The "No-Frill" Will can kill.  To prevent probate litigation, a bit of advanced planning can go a long way to establishing peace of mind.

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Revoking and Modifying a Last Will and Testament involves formalities like the proper execution of a codicil.The making of a valid last will and testament automatically revokes all previous wills and codicils. However, there are strict statutory requirements for the revocation of a prior will.

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To participate fully in your estate plan, master the language used in estates, trust and probate law.Like so many areas of the law, the terminology is often more complex than the underlying concepts. With our glossary of common legal terms, you should be able to understand your attorney's review of many key estate planning and probate litigation concepts.

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Before signing your Last Will and Testament, it is important to consult with an estate planning lawyer who understands the technicalities of will drafting, the proper execution of wills and how to avoid probate litigation.As Will Kits and Do-It-Yourself legal forms gain popularity, many people die without legally valid wills and leave their families to wage war over the legality of wills.

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Prepare and inventory of all of your assets, property, stocks, bonds, life insurance and bank accounts to determine the value of your estate.In order to protect your assets, you must first take an inventory to determine precisely what assets you have.  Using our handy checklist will give you a good start on this vital process.

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