If an individual was born outside of the United States and would like to become a U.S. citizen, there are certain steps he or she can take. This is called naturalization and there is helpful information available about the application process. Application process...
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How does a divorce affect your last will and testament?
When you go through a divorce, your estate plan may be the last thing on your mind. That’s perfectly natural, but it’s important to understand that it can have a large impact on many estate planning documents you have previously executed. Your will is one of them....
What are the basics of digital estate planning?
The idea of digital estate planning is fairly new. Indeed, while the internet has been around for the better part of two decades, we have only recently come to understand that our digital lives have value outside the internet. Social media Some people may wonder, what...
Entering the United States on a fiancé visa
The foreign-born families and spouses of U.S. citizens who wish to obtain a visa to enter the country can face numerous challenges during the process, especially as immigration laws are constantly changing. At 44.8 million, immigrants account for 13.7% of the U.S....
Estate planning is for everyone
When Greenbelt residents think of an estate plan, they may naturally assume it is something reserved for the wealthy, or people who are financially well off. That is simply not true. The truth is that everyone can benefit from setting up an estate plan. Changes in...
Helping guardians through these difficult times
During these trying times, a hot topic in our state has been guardianships and conservatorships. Indeed, even the Maryland Judiciary published guidance for court-appointed guardians that take care of both people and property, and they are applicable to any emergency...
Overcoming the challenges of selecting a child’s guardian
Parenting is hard. With all of the love and joy children bring, they also bring sleepless night, stress, and heartache. Maryland parents do their best to provide their kids with comfortable, safe lives, but sometimes parents are not able to be present until their...
Why you need an estate plan if you’re in a blended family
A lot of people in the Greenbelt area think that they either don’t need an estate plan or that they can get by with the most basic of estate planning documents. However, this approach can leave your estate and your loved ones in dangerous territory. This may be...
When having a special needs trust is beneficial
Parents in Maryland have an obligation to and generally want to provide for their children while they are raising them. They provide for these needs and try to provide guidance and advice so their children can begin providing for themselves when they are adults. Some...
Avoiding mistakes in the estate planning process
Most people who are getting ready to start the estate planning process have more questions than answers. This is understandable because, after all, there are many different options to consider. Your estate plan must be right for you – for your own unique family and...
