Let’s Talk About the Future: Discussing Estate Planning with Your Family
You know that estate planning is essential for securing your future and ensuring your wishes are honored. However, the process involves more than drafting documents and making legal decisions—a crucial part of the estate planning process includes holding open and...Can I Change My Estate Plan if My Circumstances Change?
Life is full of unexpected twists and turns. Whether you’re experiencing a joyful event like a new addition to the family or facing challenges such as a divorce, it’s natural to wonder if and how these changes affect your estate plan. At Chesapeake Wills...
Dying Without a Will? How Intestate Succession Works in Maryland Probate
Creating a will is incredibly important in Maryland. Common questions we get are, what happens if you die without a will? What are intestate succession laws in Maryland? What are the inheritance laws? First, be sure to check out our in-depth article on the probate...
Register of Wills vs Orphans’ Court: What’s the Difference?
A question asked all the time is, “What’s the difference between the Orphans’ Court and the Registrar Wills?” In most jurisdictions within the state of Maryland they’re actually in the same place, sometimes they even use the same office...