Here’s a recipe for disaster: I.    Lawyer gets a call from “X” who is not the potential client. II.   “X” says he represents the potential client. III.  “X” says PC is dying, blind and in the hospital. IV.   “X” says PC has no will … Continue reading →

The internet is good.  It’s full of useful information.  Sadly, it’s also full of wrong information.  Or information which is correct for someplace but not for D.C., MD or VA where I practice.  I have some very sophisticated clients who … Continue reading →

There was a recent controversy on a website I visit regularly about whether or not the attorney who prepared the will has to be there when it is signed.  Generally we agreed:  the lawyer does not have to be there … Continue reading →

Actually, it’s true. Eyewitnesses are regularly wrong.  In fact, eyewitness testimony is the most often cited reason for all the wrong convictions which are later reversed by DNA tests.  If you are interested in why this should be, check the … Continue reading →

Will a corporation actually protect your assets?  Maybe yes, maybe no.  But it’s not as simple as Legal Zoom would have you think.  Why is that?  First, if a company is involved, a lot of people will expect someone to … Continue reading →