What does bling have to do with estate planning? I have worked with folks from all walks of life. Counseling them about wills, trusts and estates. Many folks who come in for advice are hard working blue collar laborers, others are very well off, and some are considered wealthy. If you are part of the … Continue reading Bling Generation
My Mother Said, Once You Know Better, Do Better – Here’s How I Use Her Advice
On a recent bright and sunny morning, I had two conversations before 10 AM with individuals seeking information about estate planning. That's not unusual. However, the conversations were with family members seeking to learn about what can be done for a loved one who has some memory loss. The conversations went something like this: I … Continue reading My Mother Said, Once You Know Better, Do Better – Here’s How I Use Her Advice
Handwritten Notes Make A Will – Not So For Most of Us
Handwritten Will Valid or Not? From time to time, I get questions about handwritten wills. In particular, is a handwritten will valid? This is a loaded question. The response to the question will be based on Maryland law. Here’s a scenario that was presented to me: Mr. Bob Smith was sitting around one evening relaxing and … Continue reading Handwritten Notes Make A Will – Not So For Most of Us
We Celebrate You on Father’s Day and the Other 364 Days of the Year
This article has been edited and was originally posted on http://www.abettslaw.com on June 14, 2014, “How is Your Estate Plan Looking for Father’s Day?” (Part 1 of 3 - Series for Men). Happy Father’s Day to all the dads, granddads, uncles and other men who have been mentors to young people. We celebrate the wonderful contributions that … Continue reading We Celebrate You on Father’s Day and the Other 364 Days of the Year