Estate Planning & Probate

At the law firm of Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A., located in Greenbelt, Maryland, we know that you have worked hard for your success. No matter how old or how young you are, it is never too late nor too early to start planning for the orderly disposition of your assets. Many of our clients derive a great sense of satisfaction from knowing that after their death, their cherished property will be distributed to their heirs according to their wishes. Now more than ever before, we believe that it is imperative for clients to develop a comprehensive wealth-preservation strategy with the assistance of a qualified Maryland estate planning lawyer.

We provide estate-planning services for our clients at all stages of their lives. For example, our attorneys can draft simple wills for young adults, adding a minor’s trust and guardianship provisions when they have children.

As an individual’s estate grows, we can add a tax-planning component for wealth preservation. Frequently, as our clients mature, we establish caretakers for their assets and healthcare decision-makers, including powers of attorney when necessary. Our lawyers will work to ensure that our clients’ wishes will be fulfilled regardless of the situation, through the creation of living wills or living trusts.

Finally, our attorneys can guide our clients through the probate process, assuring that property passes to the intended beneficiaries, with the goal of reducing estate, inheritance, and income taxes. This is especially important in providing for the orderly succession of closely held business interests, and in reducing contested will and probate costs.

Contact us today to arrange to meet with a probate an estate-planning attorney to provide for the orderly transition of the fruits of your success to your family in the future.