Maryland Estate Planning Lawyers
Estate planning clients come to Smith & Lyons–Schmidt, PC, for wills, trusts, powers of attorney and other estate planning documents. They leave with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that their affairs are in order and their futures are a little less uncertain.
Everyone needs a good estate plan. It allows you to preserve your assets and, after your death, transfer them to the people or organizations of your own choosing.
"An estate plan is of critical importance to your personal well-being and your financial future." – Attorney John S. Smith
An estate plan is more than just a will. It includes an advance directive or living will that allows you to state your wishes for end-of-life care. A power of attorney allows you to name the person you would like to make decisions for you, should you one day become unable to do so yourself. Many estate plans include a trust, which allows for assets to be transferred without the time, expense and publicity of going through probate court.
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Estate Planning Attorneys Smith & Lyons–Schmidt, PC • 410–768–7105
At the law office of Smith & Lyons–Schmidt, PC, we provide comprehensive estate planning services tailored to meet our clients' specific needs and goals. Our services include:
- Legal wills
- Trusts of all kinds
- Advance directives (living wills)
- Guardianships
- Conservatorships
- Powers of attorney
- Probate
Isn't it time to think about preserving your assets and protecting your family? For quality estate planning services, contact Smith & Lyons–Schmidt, PC, in Glen Burnie, Maryland, today. We're here to help.
Estate and Trusts Terms
- Will: A document that gives instructions for managing a testator’s estate. To be valid, a will must be in writing, signed and attested (witnessed).
- Estate: All of the property that belongs to a person, whether living or dead.
- Probate: Means to prove a will. During probate, a court makes sure that the will bearing your signature is a genuine statement of how you want your estate to be distributed.