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Proving Undue Influence

The Gormley Law Office is pleased to present this estate litigation series. We represent people every day in Washington DC and in Maryland in probate matters and estate litigation. Contact us today! We are frequently asked to represent heirs to an estate that believe they have been shortchanged in a family member’s estate because of interference by another family member or an outsider. Often,…

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How Personal Representatives Can Avoid Hot Water in Estate Administration

The Gormley Law Office is pleased to present this information! We are a probate and estate litigation firm in Kensington, Maryland. We handle cases in Washington, DC and across Maryland. If you need help with a probate matter, call us today or send us a message through our website below. We’re here to help, and there’s no cost for the initial consultation. We typically represent heirs who have…

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Legal Bases for Challenging a Will

The Gormley Law Office is pleased to share this information on estate litigation and challenging a will. In this article, we’re talking about the reasons, or legal bases, for contesting a will. If you have specific questions about your situation or you suspect there is something not quite right going on with a family member’s estate, give us a call at (866) 375-8940 to discuss your individual…

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Love knows no bounds, but the law certainly does. In the modern world, couples often find themselves at a crossroads when deciding between cohabitation and marriage. While both options symbolize togetherness, they come with distinct legal and financial differences. This article explores the intricate web of laws and finances that differentiate cohabitation from marriage, shedding light on the…

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Do I Have Standing to Contest a Will?

In this article, we’re talking about contesting a will. This is a type of estate litigation, and we’ve written an entire series on this subject. If you missed any of our posts in this series, please see our Index to the series to catch up on what you’ve missed, or to skip ahead to the topic that interests you. The Gormley Law Office is pleased to present this information. We are a full service…

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Marriage and Aging - Planning for retirement as a couple

Marriage is a lifelong commitment, a partnership that evolves with time. As couples age, the prospect of retirement looms large, bringing with it a mix of excitement and apprehension. Planning for retirement is not just a financial endeavor but also an emotional and relational journey. In this article, we explore the essential aspects of planning for retirement as a couple, emphasizing the…

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Four More Ways to Stop Inheritance Theft in Your Family

In our previous post, we talked about some ways you can prevent inheritance theft in your family. Since there are so many ways this type of theft can occur, the steps to take to prevent this from happening can vary. If you have a strained relationship with a parent or live a long distance away, it can be difficult to get access to many of the documents we mentioned in our previous post. There are…

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Preventing Inheritance Theft in Your Family

If you suspect that someone is stealing from a parent or a loved one, it’s important to take action as soon as possible. The best defense in this situation is a good offense. Even if you file a lawsuit, it may not be possible to undo the transfer of property, get items that were gifted to a person returned to the estate. Additionally, it might not be possible to get property back from someone who…

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