Carroll County, MD Wills and Estate Planning Lawyer
Dealing with the loss of health or death of a loved one can be difficult enough without having to worry about the distribution of their assets. By putting a comprehensive estate plan in place, you eliminate much of the stress that accompanies the distribution of assets and the decision process. I will construct an estate plan that ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes and that minimizes the tax burden on your estate. If you die without a will, the transfer of your assets will be governed by statute and the State of Maryland will impose its will for you.
There are a variety of ways to set up an estate plan. I will review the pros and cons of the different options, draft the necessary documents and assist you in implementing your customized estate plan, including:
- Simple and complex wills
- Life Estate deeds
- Powers of attorney
- Revocable and irrevocable trusts
- Healthcare directives (living wills) to physicians and families
- HIPAA releases and authorizations
- Implementation of various estate tax and asset protection strategies
- Planning for second marriages and non-joint children
- Planning for special needs children
