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The Probate Process in Maryland: What if Someone Dies Without a Will?

This is part 4 of our series on the probate process in Maryland, brought to you by the Gormley Law Office. In this post, we’re talking about what happens if someone dies in Maryland without a will.…

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The Probate Process in Maryland: Wills and Probate

This is Part 3 in our series on the probate process in Maryland. Despite what you might have seen on TV or in movies about a dramatic “reading of the will” after someone dies, you might be surprise…

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Probate Terminology

Welcome back to Part 2 of our series on probate in Maryland! In our previous post, we talked about the unique history of probate in Maryland and the responsibilities of the Orphans’ Court and the R…

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What Makes Maryland’s Probate Process Unique?

Welcome to the first in our series of blog posts about the probate process in Maryland, brought to you by the Gormley Law Firm! In this post, we’re talking about the basics of probate in Maryland. …

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Part 25 of Probate in Washington, DC: Tracking Your Case Online

This is the last post in our probate series in Washington DC! If you’ve missed any previous articles, check our index to all the posts, where you’ll find articles on everything you’ve ever wanted t…

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Part 24 of Probate in Washington, DC: Electronic Filing Requirements and Exceptions

In this post, we’re talking about electronic filing and how to view the status of your case online. The Probate Division began mandatory e-filing in November 2013. The rule requires all documents s…

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Part 23 of Probate in Washington, DC: Timelines and Other Requirements in Major Estate Litigation

We’re almost to the end of our series on probate in Washington, DC! In this post, we’re talking about major estate litigation, timelines and other requirements. We suggest you read our previous art…

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Part 22 of Probate in Washington, DC: Major Estate Litigation

Whether you’re just interested in learning, or you are looking for information on probate because you need help, the Gormley Law Office is pleased to share this information. We are a full-service l…

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Part 21 Probate in Washington, DC: Claims Against Revocable Trusts

A revocable trust allows the grantor to modify the trust but it cannot be revoked after death. The trust is subject to claims after the settlor’s death to the extent the estate outside of the trust…

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Part 20 of Probate in Washington, DC: Notice of Revocable Trust

A Notice of Revocable Trust proceeding is opened to notify interested persons and creditors that a deceased person established a trust prior to death that became irrevocable upon death. A revocable…

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Part 19 of Probate in Washington, DC: Trust Cases Filed in the Probate Division

A trust is created when property is held by one person or entity for the benefit of another or others. Trusts are used for estate planning, and they allow you to place specific conditions/restricti…

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Part 18 Probate in Washington, DC: Guardianship of Minor Estates

Guardianships of minor estates are used to protect the assets of minor children. They are opened for children under the age of 18 who live in the District of Columbia and who are entitled to receiv…

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Part 17 Probate in Washington, DC: Foreign Intervention Proceedings

A foreign intervention case is opened when a guardian or conservator of an incapacitated adult who has been appointed by another jurisdiction needs authority to transact business or make health car…

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Part 16 of Probate in Washington, DC: Four Types of Petitions in Intervention Cases

In this post, we’re talking about the four types of petitions that may be used in these types of cases. Each petition is used for a different situation.

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Can a Landlord Get Sued by a Tenant for injuries? | MartinWren, P.C.

Owning and renting a house can be a tricky and dangerous proposition. Many tenants know laws better than you, the …

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Part 7 of Probate in Washington, DC: Abbreviated Probate in Large Estate Proceedings

If you’ve determined that you must file a large estate case in the Probate Division, you’ll next need to determine which petition to file. There are two: abbreviated and standard. The petition you …

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Part 6 of Probate in Washington, DC: Large Estate Proceedings

In this post, we’re talking about Large Estate Proceedings. In part 5, we covered small estate proceedings, so if you missed it, go here, or check out this index to our entire probate series to ski…

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Part 5 of Our Probate Series in Washington, DC: Documents Needed to Open a Small Estate Proceeding in the Probate Division

In this post, we’re demystifying the probate process for you with a list of documents you need to open a small estate probate proceeding in Washington, DC. Remember: a small estate proceeding is fo…

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Part 4 of Our Probate Series in Washington, DC: How to Open a Small Estate Proceeding in the Probate Division

In this post, we’re ready to delve into the details of how to open a small estate proceeding. Remember that small estates are opened for a person domiciled in the District of Columbia who died afte…

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Part 3 of Our Probate Series in Washington, DC: Wills, Disclaimers and Foreign Estate Proceedings

In this post, we’re talking about the case types that are overseen by the Probate Division. In Part 2, we talked about small estate proceedings and large estate proceedings. In this post, we’re dis…

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The Types of Cases Handled by the Probate Division of the Superior Court in Washington, DC

This is Part 2 of our probate series on the probate process in Washington, DC. If you haven’t already read Part 1, check it out for some basic terminology and understanding of what probate is. In t…

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The Probate Process in Washington, DC

When you think about probate, what comes to mind? If you’re like most people, the term “probate” probably makes you think about a long, expensive process that happens after someone dies. You’ve per…

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