Peace of mind upon your death does not just apply to your relatives and loved ones, but to your pets as well. Pet owners love their furry, feathery and scaly companions and want to make sure they are cared for if the pet outlives them. Maryland, like all other states...
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The importance of updating an estate plan
As much as it is important to have an estate plan it is also important to know when to update an estate plan. There are key times in every estate planner’s life when they should consider updating an estate plan. Good times to update an estate plan Estate planners...
The basics of a marriage-based adjustment status
Getting married can be an amazing time in someone’s life. Everything can feel like it’s brand new again, as you embark on the rest of your life as a couple, rather than an individual. But if you’re a foreign-born person, you may be wondering how this changes your...
Estate planning and understanding Maryland law about codicils
In Maryland, a basic part of estate planning is creating a will. This is important for people in any financial and family situation to ensure their property is distributed as they choose. The person – the testator – does not need to have a significant amount to create...
How can you start your estate planning strategy?
Many Maryland residents are ready to start thinking about their estate plans, but they just haven’t “gotten around to it.” Of course, it is easy to see why someone would put off this task – it involves thinking about the inevitability of death, and there may be some...
Recent DACA ruling may impact many Maryland residents
Immigrants in Maryland who were brought to the United States as children and know nothing about their home countries are increasingly concerned over immigration laws and potential changes that can impact them. One such issue is the frequently disputed Deferred Action...
Who can qualify for a family-based visa?
America’s immigration laws are complex and seemingly always changing. That can make it hard for you to figure out what you need to do to bring your family to the U.S. to be with you. We hope to help you cut through the cloud of uncertainty so that you and your family...
Proper estate planning is needed to efficiently transfer wealth
In Maryland, a primary goal of estate planning is to ensure that loved ones inherit a significant portion of a person’s property without being obligated to pay a substantial estate tax and other fees. However, that is growing increasingly complex with the changes to...
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Personal Note: Hello esteemed readers, Happy Independence Day in Advance!!! Let us celebrate this Independence Day with pride and fervently. We wish all our clients a happy independence day. The Fourth of July also known as Independence Day or July 4th has been a...
Roles and responsibilities of guardians in a guardianship
Setting up a guardianship for minor children can provide important peace of mind for the parents of the child. When setting up a guardianship, it is important to keep what is best for the child in mind and it is helpful to understand the roles and responsibilities of...
