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. Here are five mistakes to steer clear of when handling a probate matter in Maryland: (1) Failing...
by Dave Gormley | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 4 minutes
It is an all too common story – a family ended up in litigation because the mother had no will. But in this case, we all know who the mother is, and she was certainly rich and famous enough that this never should have happened. A will is a simple legal document that is easily...
by Dave Gormley | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 2 minutes
Deciding it is time for a Will can be scary and stressful. It is easy to put writing one off until “tomorrow”. At Andrews, Bongar, Gormley & Clagett we can eliminate the stress and reduce the fear. The first step is to give us a call. Once you take the step to call us, we...
by Dave Gormley | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 6 minutes
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 steps to provide legal instructions otherwise, the hospital will use all reasonable means to keep you alive – whether you want that or not. The document that gives you...
by Dave Gormley | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 4 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? Remember,...
by Dave Gormley | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 6 minutes
When someone comes to us for a will, we usually explain why they also need a durable power of attorney. A durable power of attorney gives someone the legal authority to handle your financial affairs even if you are disabled. If you become disabled without a power of attorney in place, your loved ones will...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 4 minutes
A Guide to Writing a Complementary Letter with Your Will 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 it goes with your will just to make things easier for your heirs after your death....
by Dave Gormley | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 6 minutes
How to Approach Estate Procedures in Maryland This article is meant as a short overview of the urgent things you must do when someone passes away and you have to open an estate in Maryland. It is meant for the spouse or close relative who finds themselves in the unhappy and usually surprising situation where...
by Dave Gormley | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 3 minutes
Does the new tax law passed in December 2017 mean you don’t have to do estate planning anymore? No! That is a very incorrect assumption that some people are making. In fact, there are (at least) four good reasons you still need to be concerned about estate planning even after the new tax law. Don’t...
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