Author: Frame & Frame, LLC

Getting Ready for Moms, Babies & Weddings In this edition of our quarterly newsletter, we have a lot of news and information geared towards those who will be welcoming a new baby, planning or attending a family wedding, and of course, Mother’s Day is right around the corner too. These special moments in life are… Continued

Frame & Frame Attorneys at Law is pleased to welcome Katie Hynes DiFerdinando to the firm and expand the firm’s services to offer estate litigation and contested guardianship matters. Katie has always had a passion for helping people. She found that sense of purpose fulfilled when assisting clients with some of the most important decisions… Continued

In it’s April issue, What’s Up Media featured Tara Frame as the Expert of the Month for estate planning, probate, and elder law.  The magazine feature profiles local business professionals who are serving as experts in their respective fields. In the feature, Tara answers questions about what inspired her to work in the field of… Continued

It’s Time for Your Annual Check-Up! This newsletter isn’t about scheduling a doctor’s visit, but this reminder may be just as important. We’ll provide the resources and materials you need to get this important check-up process started. We have included several checklists to help you conduct a quick review of how your family and circumstances… Continued

Recently, one of my colleagues wrote an article on why Maryland is a nice place to live, but a bad place to die. There was a lot of great information in this article, most importantly a graph showing how each state rates for estate taxes, inheritance taxes, or both and of course, Maryland has both.… Continued

There is never a good time to talk about death. But, after a loved one dies in Maryland, there are many emotional, financial, and legal needs that must be considered. Some of these matters will be taken care of immediately while other matters may take many months to complete. At Frame & Frame, our Maryland… Continued

Each year, What’s Up Magazine reveals their Leading Lawyers and Frame & Frame is proud to be recognized among this elite group of legal professionals.  The survey is conducted by the media outlet through a peer review process, inviting all attorneys and judges who practice law throughout the Anne Arundel County, Central Maryland, and Eastern… Continued

Estate planning ensures who will care for any younger children and that they will have access to whatever financial resources are available. A trust is effective as soon as it is created, which allows for a trustee to manage your affairs before and after death. For families who have accrued substantial wealth, having a trust in… Continued

Are you a business owner or person with intellectual property?  Have you considered how to pass intellectual property to your heirs?  When you think of estate planning, what usually comes to mind is the process of transferring your assets and wealth to your family, along with consideration of any tax benefits. A properly drafted and… Continued

Frame & Frame, in conjunction with the Rotary Club of Lake Shore, annually co-sponsors the Vernon G. Frame Scholarship. This is need based scholarship is open to high school seniors at Severna Park, Chesapeake and Northeast High Schools who plan to study law or law enforcement. The application is available on the website and applications… Continued