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A will is a document stating who is to receive your property after you die. By having a will, you control who receive your estate, which includes your house, land, automobile, household items, and money.

If you have no will, Maryland law provides for your estate to go to your closest relatives. If absolutely no relatives can be found, your estate can go to the State of Maryland, though this rarely happens.

60+ attorneys prepare simple wills. Complex wills, such as those involving trusts or tax planning are not covered.

Source : Legal Aid Bureau & the Maryland Legal Assistance Network, updated by the Maryland State Law Library (MSLL).

Date last updated (no legal content): 3/28/08 (PLL/M.A.J.)

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