Maryland Wills & Estate Planning: Disposing of Property Restrictions

Are there any restrictions in the state of Maryland on the manner in which a will may dispose of property and can a wife or child be disinherited?

A surviving spouse has certain rights that could alter the way in which you intended to dispose of your assets. Maryland laws prevent a spouse from being disinherited, however children are not protected in this manner under Maryland probate law and they may be disinherited.

Also, the Rule Against Perpetuities limits how long property may be held in a trust but aside from that there are very few restrictions on how property can be disposed of. Also, in Maryland you can waive application of the rule against perpetuities in your estate planning documents.

For a free, confidential conversation to discuss these and other estate planning matters, or to create your own estate plan that fits your needs, contact Maryland estate planning attorney Stephen J. Reichert at 410-299-4959, sreichert@reichertlegal.com or by clicking here. I provide office or home meetings at your convenience throughout Maryland including all of Baltimore County.