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Maryland S Corporation vs. C Corporation: Taxation

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When considering whether to establish your Maryland business as an S corporation or C corporation, something you, your tax advisor and attorney should consider are the tax implications. Maryland corporate law does not make a distinction between S corps and C corps for purposes of corporate law, however the Federal tax distinction is significant. The […]

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Can you get a speeding ticket while riding a bicycle?

I answered this question today over at Hopes&Fears. Thanks to Jared Fischer for the invite and interview! For a free, confidential conversation to discuss this and other legal matters, contact Maryland attorney Stephen J. Reichert at 410-299-4959, sreichert@reichertlegal.com or by clicking here.

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Baltimore, Maryland Estate Administration: How to Remove a Personal Representative

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Under Maryland Law a Personal Representative can be removed from service. Maryland law sets the standard for removal. To remove a PR you should retain a Baltimore probate attorney so that the facts can be evaluated against the law, and if necessary a hearing can be held. There have also been instances where having an […]

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Baltimore, Maryland Estate Planning Lawyer: How Can a Revocable Living Trust be Terminated?

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With a true Maryland revocable living Trust, the Trust can be dissolved. You should have an attorney review the provisions in the Trust so that termination is done correctly. The Trust will provide the basis and steps for termination but where the Trust is silent Maryland law will apply. This should not be an expensive […]

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Baltimore Maryland Probate Attorney: What is considered the “Gross Estate” for Probate in Maryland?

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The Gross Estate includes all of the assets in probate and those that could potentially transfer outside of probate. For example, an insurance policy is included in the gross estate even if the policy is not payable to the estate. For a free, confidential conversation to discuss these and other estate planning matters, including probate […]

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Maryland Property Law Attorney: What Happens When Your Name Is On The Mortgage But Not On The Property Deed?

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A common question from clients involves the above listed scenario where your name is on the mortgage for the property as a borrower however your name is not listed the real property title (Deed). This concern often arises after a divorce or death in the family. Unfortunately in this instance you have no interest in […]

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Baltimore Estate Planning Attorney: Blind Testator Attestation (Signing Will)

There was a recent inquiry as to the signing requirements for a will when the Testator is blind. The will should be read to the Testator. The will should have a clause that allows another individual to sign on behalf of the Testator. After the will has been read and the Testator agrees to the […]

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Maryland Property Tax Appeal Attorney: Appeal Tax Assessment With New Purchase of Home

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If you purchase property in Maryland you can appeal the tax assessment however this must be done within 60 days of the transfer. The appeal must be made to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT). For a free, confidential conversation to learn more about contesting your property taxes and a free professional legal […]

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Maryland Estate Planning Attorney: Animal-Pet Trusts Allowed Under Maryland Law

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When creating an estate plan, some clients wish to create trusts for their pets. Maryland law allows for the creation of animal trusts. Here are some highlights from Maryland Animal Trust law: • A trust may be created to provide for the care of an animal alive during the lifetime of the creator of the […]

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Baltimore Attorney: Recovering Attorney Fees in Maryland

When considering civil legal action, a common question arises: “will I be able to recover my legal fees?” In Maryland, for most civil cases the answer is “no.” Maryland, like many states, follows the rule that requires each party pays their own legal fees regardless of who is victorious. There are some exceptions to this […]

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