Law Offices of Rick Todd
4.5
Serves Baltimore, MD
11 years in business
I am an affordable and conscientious estate planning attorney. I draft wills and trusts and do estate administration (probate). I also draft living wills (medical directive) and powers of attorney.
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Jay Lazrus
4.5
Serves Baltimore, MD
44 years in business
My greatest satisfaction comes with providing my clients with practical advice and solutions to their problems.
I most enjoy reassuring a client and then attacking a problem with logic and reasoning and then generating potential solutions.
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McDevitt Law Office
4.5
Serves Baltimore, MD
25 years in business
Clients who work with me are treated with respect and dignity and are never run through the system like a number or offered generic advice. Your case is as special as you are, and any advice you receive is tailored to your specific issues and circumstances. I take the time to work with you in the most efficient and cost effective manner, and I strive to ease your stress and worry. Legal issues can be difficult, and without a partner in law they can seem overwhelming.
I find it very rewarding to be able to provide support to my clients. I take great pride in my being easily accessible and attentive to comfort and direct them through decisions that can appear to be overwhelming.
I regret that I do not practice law in Washington, DC.
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1. What is the role of a probate attorney?
A probate attorney helps manage the legal process of distributing a deceased person's estate, including validating wills, settling debts, and ensuring assets are properly transferred to beneficiaries.
2. When should I hire a probate attorney?
You should consider hiring a probate attorney if you are an executor or beneficiary dealing with the estate of a deceased person, especially when the estate is complex or contested.
3. How much does it cost to hire a probate attorney?
Costs vary depending on the estate’s size and complexity. Probate attorneys may charge hourly rates, flat fees, or a percentage of the estate. It’s important to discuss fees upfront.
4. Can a probate attorney help avoid probate court?
In some cases, a probate attorney can assist with estate planning strategies to minimize or avoid probate, but once a person has died, probate court is often required to settle the estate.
5. How long does the probate process usually take?
The probate process can take several months to over a year, depending on the estate’s complexity, court schedules, and whether there are disputes among heirs.
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