Can I Contest Dad’s Will While He’s Still Living?

The contents of a person’s will and related revocable trust cannot be challenged in court until he or she has died, Maryland’s second highest court ruled last week in rejecting a daughter’s bid to revive an undue-influence challenge to her estranged and ailing mother’s decision to write her out of her will.

01/05/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

What Is a ‘Residuary’ Estate?

In simple terms, a residuary estate is any part of your estate that hasn’t been distributed to your heirs through a last will and testament.

01/04/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Are My Children Entitled to My Money?

Adult children may anticipate, but are not legally entitled, to an inheritance.

01/03/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Why Professionals and High Net Worth Families Need Estate Planning

Physicians may deal with life and death issues every day. However, few may want to think about the eventuality of their own end.

01/02/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

It Is Important to Update Your Estate Plan

Will there be changes in your circumstances or your family that should lead to a review of your plan? Could some events cause you to need to revise or update the plan?

01/01/23 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Can Estate Plan Be Created without My Spouse?

I’m looking for guidance on where to start with planning in case something happens to me or my husband.

12/31/22 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Why Would I Need a Post-Nup?

While couples might sign a prenuptial agreement before they’re married and a “post-nup” after, it’s more than just the timing that differentiates these arrangements, experts say.

12/24/22 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid

From time to time, it’s good to review why having a complete, up-to-date estate plan is so important.

12/23/22 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

How Charitable Giving Benefits the Giver

With a charitable tax deduction, you can donate to a good cause and cut your tax bill at the same time.

12/22/22 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

Do I Need a Last Will and Testament?

A Last Will and Testament is a document you create during your lifetime that directs where your assets that are subject to probate (the formal process of having your assets distributed through the court system) will go at your death.

12/21/22 • by: Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.

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