Author: Frame & Frame, LLC

Estate planning with LGBTQ issues should be done with the careful guidance of an experienced LGBTQ estate planning attorney who is also intimately familiar with the needs of the community.  A proper estate plan is critical for everyone – no matter their level of wealth or income. At its core, estate planning is not really… Continued

Although everyone should have a will and an estate plan, it is especially important for single people. In the event of an unexpected crisis, it is imperative to have your information available for someone you trust. Without an estate plan, you have no control over the distribution of your assets. Your assets will go through… Continued

In it’s Summer 2023 edition, Capital Style Magazine announced the winners of the Best of 2023 – a listing of Anne Arundel County’s favorite people, places and organizations.  Frame & Frame Attorneys at Law was honored to be recognized as the Best Attorney in Anne Arundel County. The magazine notes that over 7,500 votes were… Continued

News & Updates Greetings from the “she-shed!” We recently completed renovating the old garage that is adjacent to our main office in Pasadena and I’m so excited to enjoy a newly updated space to meet with clients. Stop by and see it! In this edition of our newsletter, we begin by introducing you to our… Continued

Estate litigation can be a complex and emotionally charged legal process. When disputes arise concerning the distribution of assets, a will or trust, it’s imperative to have an experienced estate litigation attorney working on your behalf.  The value of using an attorney for estate litigation cannot be overstated, as they should possess the expertise, knowledge,… Continued

Our original office in Pasadena, Maryland has served as our center of operations for a long time.  Our founder (and Tara’s father), Vernon Frame began working from this location over 70 years ago!  So, it was time for some updates. The old detached garage on the property used to be a storage area, but with… Continued

In collaboration with the Rotary International Club of Lake Shore – Severna Park, Frame & Frame was pleased to present the 2023 Vernon G. Frame Scholarship to Alex ‘Lex’ Hayes, a student at Chesapeake High School.  Erica Redmond, Partner at Frame & Frame Attorneys at Law, presented the certificate.  There were 9 scholarship awards presented… Continued

While every person in Maryland should have a will or trust, there are some scenarios where a life estate deed can provide some additional benefits.  These considerations make life estate deeds an attractive option for certain situations. Of course, your estate planning attorney can make the best recommendation for your situation, but in this article,… Continued

As the executor of an estate, also called the Personal Representative in Maryland (hereinafter referred to a PR), you have certain legal obligations and a fiduciary duty to take certain actions, or inactions, on behalf of the estate.  Otherwise, you may be held personally liable to the beneficiaries of the estate.  Below are 12 mistakes… Continued

Estate planning is often thought of as a task for older individuals or those with significant assets, but in reality, everyone can benefit from having an estate plan in place, including college students. While young adults may not have accumulated much wealth yet, they still need to consider how their assets and belongings will be… Continued