by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 5 minutes
Everyone knows that they need a will, often called a last will and testament. Yes. You do need one. Read our free legal guide to wills in Maryland to find out why. But what else do you need? Well, you probably need a Durable Power of Attorney. Read more about what that is, and why...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 5 minutes
If you have minor children and get your will done, you will need to name a guardian. In this post we will explain everything you need to know about guardians, and give you advice on how to pick one. A last will and testament provides for the disposition of all of your property. Often, that...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 6 minutes
Everyone knows that they need a will, often called a last will and testament. Yes. You do need one. Read our free legal guide to wills in Maryland to find out why. But what else do you need? Well, you probably need a Durable Power of Attorney. Read more about what that is, and why...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 5 minutes
Deciding it is time to get your Will done can be scary and stressful. It is way too easy to put it off for another day. We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want to eliminate the stress and reduce the fear you may feel when thinking about getting your last will and...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 8 minutes
Got an Advanced Medical Directive, also called a living will? We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want you to have your estate planning documents in order. What would happen to you if you had a major medical emergency, and you were in a coma or vegetative state? Unless you have already taken...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 6 minutes
What would happen if you were suddenly disabled and could not make your own decisions regarding your financial affairs? We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want you to have your estate planning documents in order. When someone comes to us for a will, we usually explain why they also need a durable power of attorney....
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 4 minutes
Your Child is Now an Adult, Whether You Like It or Not Parents don’t think about this, but a college bound senior is leaving the nest legally as well as physically. When your child turns 18, they are adults in the legal sense of the word. Suddenly, they have legal rights of their own. That...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 4 minutes
A Guide to Writing a Complementary Letter with Your Will We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want you to have your estate planning documents in order. This is the suggested format of a letter we suggest you write in our Free Legal Consumer Guide to making a will. This letter is not legally binding, but...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 5 minutes
Of all the mistakes you can make with your will & estate planning documents, there is one that is easiest to avoid. Don’t lose them! If a loved one of yours suddenly died, would you know where to find their estate planning documents? Would someone else know where to find your estate planning documents? We...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 3 minutes
Handling a probate matter in Maryland can be complicated and stressful, especially if you’re not familiar with the process. Avoiding common pitfalls can save time, reduce frustration, save a lot of money, and minimize disputes among family members. We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want you to have your estate planning documents in order,...
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