Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in Maryland
Maryland Law on Probate
I was unable to find the answer to my question in your previous postings. My boyfriend's father passed away recently. He and his wife were not US citizens. He left no will and most of the bank and other accounts were in both names. Specifically, what does Maryland's law state on how the estate is to be distributed when no will exists, yet the majority of accounts are in both names? Also, what does the law state regarding accounts only in his name? Thank you for a reply.
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Re: Maryland Law on Probate
The answers under MD law will depend on development of the facts and circumstances, in part because non-U.S. citizens are involved with the accounts and property ownership. There are MD estate administration issues, as well as Federal and MD tax issues, that need to be carefully considered and dealt with. There are certain time periods that are applicable for administration of a regular estate and for filing of Federal and MD income tax returns. An experienced estate administration/tax attorney should be able to handle this under MD and Federal law. Please note that my legal services are available only with a signed engagement agreement in accordance with the Code of Professional Ethics applicable to attorneys licensed in the state of MD. If I can be of any help to you or people you know, give me a call as I would be pleased to provide legal support. Sincerely, Robert Beatson, II; 12-31-2001, 11:25 a.m. EST; Law Offices of Robert Beatson, II; 9818 Glynshire Way, Potomac, MD 20854; Tel/Fax 301-340-2951; email: [email protected]; website: www.beatsonlaw.com; Licensed to practice law in DC, MD, VA, and NY.
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