About Liberty Legacy Law Group — Estate Planning Ellicott City Maryland
Liberty Legacy Law Group handles estate planning Ellicott City families need to protect what they have built. Founders Melissa N. Paddy and Kaitlyn P. Tauber have been friends for more than 30 years. That bond shapes a warm, team-first approach with every client. The firm drafts wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and medical directives. Because Maryland sets its own execution rules, local guidance matters. The practice also handles special needs trusts, firearm trusts, and deed transfers. You can compare nearby firms in our estate planning directory. The attorneys focus on middle-class and blue-collar Maryland households. They build plans around each family’s values, not just forms. Consultations start with listening, not paperwork.
What Clients Say
Clients describe an approachable, judgment-free experience. Reviewers note plain-English explanations of complex documents. People mention attorneys who genuinely listen. Many appreciate plans that fit real family situations. The personal, friendly tone stands out in feedback.
Estate Planning Ellicott City — Practice Areas & Services
- Wills, revocable trusts, and full estate plans for Howard County families
- Powers of attorney and advance medical directives
- Special needs trusts and firearm trusts
- Property deed transfers and Medicaid or elder law planning
Frequently Asked Questions
Does everyone in Maryland need a will?
Most adults benefit from at least a basic will. Without one, Maryland’s intestacy rules decide who inherits. A will lets you name guardians and direct your assets.
What documents make up a basic estate plan?
A core plan usually includes a will, a power of attorney, and a medical directive. Many families add a trust to avoid probate. The right mix depends on your assets and goals.
Where is probate handled for Ellicott City estates?
Probate runs through the Orphans’ Court and Register of Wills for Howard County in Ellicott City. A solid plan can reduce what passes through probate. A local attorney can structure documents accordingly.
Quick Facts: Estate Planning in Ellicott City, Maryland
- State law: Maryland sets its own rules for wills, probate, and estate administration — state probate guidance
- Local court: Howard County probate runs through the Register of Wills in Ellicott City — Maryland Register of Wills
- Intestacy: Without a will, Maryland intestacy law decides who inherits — Maryland Courts
