Probate Proceedings

The probate process ensures that the estate of a deceased person (the “decedent”) is transferred the way they wanted. If the decedent left a will, that provides instructions for what to do with their assets. If they died without a will, known as… Read More

Guardianship

When a person is unable to care for themselves, a court in DC or Maryland may appoint a guardian to manage their medical care, finances, and other aspects of their life. A guardian has a substantial amount of authority over this person, known as the… Read More

Special Needs Trust

One of the main purposes of estate planning is to ensure that you can provide for your loved ones after you are gone. If you have a loved one with a disability or chronic illness, providing for them might require a few extra steps. Giving money or ot… Read More

Estate Planning

Estate planning is the process of planning and preparing for how to dispose of your assets after your death, how to manage your affairs if you become incapacitated, and how to care for your dependents in either event. A thorough estate plan can help… Read More

Wills

The last will and testament, commonly known simply as a “will,” is the most important document in the estate planning process. You might have other documents, such as a trust, to help plan your estate, but your will is the center of the plan. It… Read More

Trusts

When most people think of estate planning, a last will and testament is probably the first thing that comes to mind. Creating a will is a critically important part of everyone’s estate plan, but it is far from the only available tool. Some people m… Read More

Elder Law

The needs of older individuals often differ from those of younger people, sometimes in significant ways. Elder law collects the legal issues and concerns that mainly affect seniors into a single legal practice. It includes estate planning and probate… Read More