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Maryland is Considering Transfer on Death Deeds - Are TODs Right for You?

A common method of avoiding probate for real estate (in states that allow it) is the creation of a Transfer on Death (“TOD”) Deed. Virginia, Washington, D.C. currently allow for TOD Deeds. Maryland does not, however, in this session of the Maryland legislature, the topic is being discussed. This method of transferring real estate upon death […]

Women’s History Month Series – Part 3

In closing our Women’s History Month series about women in the legal industry, we will look at the 20th century, acknowledging the many female judges who served after the 19th amendment to the United States Constitution was passed, giving women the right to vote. Over the decades, we saw many women appointed to judgeships and […]

What to Look Out for in Estate Planning

President Biden plans to move forward with his proposed changes to our tax laws. If passed, the legislation will be the first major tax hike since 1993. Recent Tax Law History In 1993, President Bill Clinton signed The Tax Reform Act of 1993 into law which was aimed at reducing the federal deficit through increased taxes and […]

Celebrating Hope Connections for Cancer Support

Hope Connections for Cancer Support believes that no one should have to face a cancer diagnosis alone. This is why they work hard to provide critical services, including support groups, mind/body classes, educational and social programs, to cancer patients and their families - at no charge! Over the years, the Altman team has had the […]

Women's History Month Series - Part 2

In continuation of our Women's History Month feature celebrating women in the legal industry, we are turning to the year 1879. This was the year when President Rutherford B. Hayes signed a law allowing women to become members of the Supreme Court Bar. This law allowed women to argue and submit cases in front of […]

Are Holographic Wills Valid? The Latest in Larry King's Estate Drama

Legendary television and radio host, Larry King, passed away at the end of January after a battle with COVID-19. He was 87 years old at the time of his death and had been in the midst of divorcing his seventh wife, Shawn King. Early reports indicated that the couple had done an estate plan together […]

Celebrating Women's History Month

March is Women’s History Month! In celebration, we will be highlighting some of the incredible women that have helped to shape our country’s legal system and our firm. We could not start this blog without mentioning Margaret Brent. An English immigrant to the Colony of Maryland, Margaret was the first woman to argue a case […]

When It Comes to Estate Planning Documents, Words Matter. Every. Single. One.

Estate planning is all about drafting legal documents that factor in a clients' unique goals, familial situation, and assets. Each and every word in these documents carries a tremendous amount of power, and therefore responsibility. The words written in Wills and Trusts are often enforced or litigated years or decades later, many times after the […]

Preparing for Tax Policy Changes in 2021

2020, a year we will never forget, is behind us, and we are already three weeks into 2021. As we approach the inauguration of a new president and hope and pray for the division in this country to abate, I want to remind everyone that we anticipate significant tax policy changes for 2021. The election and fiscal stimulus […]

Tech Entrepreneur Worth an Estimated $1 Billion Dies Without a Will

Former Zappos CEO Tony Hsieh died in house fire last month. The tech entrepreneur was 46 years old, worth a reported $1 billion, and didn't have a will. We've heard this story before. Wealthy public figures like Prince, Aretha Franklin, and Sonny Bono all died without having wills in place, despite their massive estates. And […]

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Maryland is Considering Transfer on Death Deeds - Are TODs Right for You?

Women’s History Month Series – Part 3

What to Look Out for in Estate Planning

Celebrating Hope Connections for Cancer Support

Women's History Month Series - Part 2

Are Holographic Wills Valid? The Latest in Larry King's Estate Drama

Celebrating Women's History Month

When It Comes to Estate Planning Documents, Words Matter. Every. Single. One.

Preparing for Tax Policy Changes in 2021

Tech Entrepreneur Worth an Estimated $1 Billion Dies Without a Will

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