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Increased Income Tax Deductions for Charitable Giving In 2020

As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act passed by Congress in March of this year, taxpayers who donate cash to operating charities can take a larger deduction against their income … Read More

Revocable Trusts Versus Wills – Which One Should You Use?

When you have finally decided that it is time to get your estate plan in place, you quickly realize there are a lot of choices you will have to make in order to implement that … Read More

This Year, Resolve to Finish Funding Your Revocable Trust

Many individuals who have set up an estate plan use a tool referred to as a “revocable trust” (sometimes called a “living trust”). One of the primary benefits of using a revocable trust is to … Read More

Patient’s Plan of Care: Goals and Treatment Options

As an attorney who advocates the use of advance directives for implementing health care decisions made by clients before a life-threatening situation arises, I am often asked how anyone can be sure whether that person’s … Read More

Is Your Estate Plan Really Complete?

Many people think that signing their Will or Revocable Trust is the last step in executing their estate plan. Often, there are additional actions that need to be taken to complete the plan. Are your … Read More

“We have had the pleasure of working with the DARS team on many legal matters and have come to rely on their professionalism, knowledge and expertise for our business and personal needs. We met Paul Skalny through Leadership Howard County and developed a friendship that expanded into a working relationship. Paul has assisted us with many legal matters; including lease review, setting up partnerships, employee matters as well as our ESOP sale transaction. Paul is an excellent listener and quickly analyzes, comprehends and provides solutions for our business needs. He is very responsive, thorough and genuine in his approach with explaining the law and the effects of our decisions.”