Historically, Marylanders have used trusts as a way of saving their estates money on different types of taxes. Times have changed, however. For example, the vast majority of people who live in the Prince George’s County suburbs now do not have to worry about the...
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Employment-based immigration visas
The United States relies on noncitizens to fill many jobs and contribute to its economy. The government has almost 140,000 immigrant visas available each fiscal year for noncitizens, their spouses and their children who seek to immigrate to this country based on their...
Advance directives are for everyone
When we think about estate planning, we tend to think of it as an activity for people who are older. We think trusts and wills are for people who have accumulated assets and reached a certain stage in their life when they need to think about what should be done with...
Amending a Maryland estate plan after a divorce
The pain and stress of divorce A divorce can be painful and stressful, and going through the process may drain a person’s energy. When the final order is issued, many people tend to think that the entire process is complete. Sadly, this thought is incorrect. A newly...
Obtaining a green card for family members
For Maryland families anxious about keeping noncitizen family members in the country, ever-changing immigration laws can make the process seem confusing and frustrating. But once a family member’s visa has expired and they go back to their native country, they may not...
How are you protecting your nest egg?
They say hindsight is 20/20, and when it comes to protecting your retirement assets, there is no do-over. Although people in Maryland and elsewhere are quitting their jobs in droves and many choosing to retire early, not all are confident that they have what they will...
Understanding the workings of a Maryland will contest
When Maryland residents sign their wills, most assume that their estate planning decisions will be enforced by the local court according to the terms spelled out in the will. Unfortunately, this assumption is not always borne out by future events. One or more...
Estate planning urgency is lacking for two-thirds of Americans
The past two years have been difficult for Maryland residents and people across the United States. While there were vast challenges and people needed to adapt professionally, personally and financially, there was one area where recent events did not yield a marked...
Understanding Temporary Protected Status
With the war in the Ukraine, the American media has provided vivid and terrifying pictures of Ukrainian families attempting to flee from the violence of the war. One of the most important programs for refugees seeking asylum from the chaos in Ukraine is the Temporary...
The eight steps to becoming a U.S. citizen
Many green card holders in Maryland dream one day of becoming a naturalized citizen. There are certain steps that must be taken to make this dream come true. The following is a brief overview of the eight steps permanent residents need to take to become a U.S....
