Maryland Trusts Attorney

Helping You Protect Your Wealth, Bypass Probate, and Plan for the Future

If you’re looking for more control, privacy, and flexibility in your estate planning, a trust may be one of the smartest legal tools you can use.

At The Law Office of LaSheena M. Williams, P.C., we help individuals and families throughout Montgomery County and across Maryland create and manage trusts that reflect their unique goals—whether it’s avoiding probate, caring for a child, minimizing estate taxes, or safeguarding assets for future generations.

We make trusts understandable, accessible, and tailored to your specific needs—so you can protect what you’ve built and make sure it goes where it’s meant to.

What Is a Trust?

A trust is a legal arrangement where one person (the trustee) manages assets for the benefit of another person (the beneficiary), according to the terms set by the creator of the trust (the grantor).

Unlike a will, which only takes effect after you pass away, many trusts can be used during your lifetime—to manage assets, prepare for incapacity, and streamline the inheritance process.

There are many types of trusts available in Maryland, and each serves a different purpose.

Types of Trusts We Help You Create

At The Law Office of LaSheena M. Williams, P.C., we guide clients across Maryland in choosing, creating, and funding the right type of trust for their situation. Common trusts include:

Revocable Living Trusts

A revocable trust allows you to stay in control of your assets while you’re alive and well—and then transfer them to your chosen beneficiaries without going through probate. You can amend or revoke the trust at any time.

Why it’s useful:

• • • Avoids probate
    • Keeps your estate private
    • Allows for faster distribution to heirs
    • Provides for incapacity planning

Irrevocable Trusts

Once created, irrevocable trusts generally cannot be changed. In exchange for this permanence, they offer benefits like asset protection and estate tax reduction.

Why it’s useful:

• • • Protects assets from creditors
    • May reduce estate taxes
    • Can preserve eligibility for Medicaid or disability benefits

Testamentary Trusts

This type of trust is created by your will and only goes into effect after your death.

Why it’s useful:

• • • Useful for managing assets for minor children
    • Ensures inheritance is distributed at the right time
    • Adds structure to your will-based estate plan

Special Needs Trusts

A special needs trust allows you to leave money to a loved one with a disability without affecting their government benefits.

Why it’s useful:

• • • Protects eligibility for SSI, Medicaid, and other public programs
    • Provides long-term financial support

✔ Charitable Trusts

Used to leave assets to a charitable organization while also gaining potential tax benefits.

The Benefits of Creating a Trust in Maryland

Trusts can be a powerful estate planning tool for Maryland residents who want to:

• Avoid the probate process and keep estate matters private
• Ensure faster asset distribution to loved ones
• Provide long-term financial management for children or dependents
• Protect assets from creditors or lawsuits
• Plan for incapacity or disability
• Preserve eligibility for public assistance programs
• Minimize Maryland and federal estate taxes
• Create multi-generational wealth planning

Whether you live in Montgomery County, Prince George’s County, Howard County, or anywhere else in Maryland, we’ll help you determine if a trust makes sense for your goals.

How We Help

At The Law Office of LaSheena M. Williams, P.C., we take the time to understand your personal, financial, and family situation—then build a trust-based estate plan that works for you.

Our trust services include:

• Drafting revocable and irrevocable trusts
• Asset protection and trust funding assistance
• Planning for minor children or dependents
• Special needs and Medicaid planning
• Reviewing and updating existing trusts
• Coordinating trust assets with beneficiary designations
• Explaining your trustee’s duties and responsibilities
• Ensuring your trust meets Maryland legal requirements

Whether you need a standalone trust or a comprehensive estate plan that includes wills, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, we offer guidance that’s clear, practical, and tailored to your life.

Who Should Consider a Trust?

While trusts are commonly used by high-net-worth families, they’re also a smart choice for:

• Married couples who want to avoid probate
• Parents who want to leave structured inheritances for children
• Homeowners who want to transfer property privately
• Blended families who want to clarify inheritance rights
• Business owners preparing for succession or sale
• Anyone planning for incapacity or long-term care

If you’re unsure whether a trust is right for you, we can help you compare your options and make an informed decision.

Why Choose The Law Office of LaSheena M. Williams, P.C.?

When it comes to trusts and estate planning in Maryland, you need more than templates or do-it-yourself forms. You need a local legal advisor who understands the big picture and the fine print.

Clients across Maryland choose us because we offer:

• Tailored trust planning for real families, real assets, and real goals
• Clear explanations without overwhelming legalese
• Responsive communication and trusted, long-term relationships
• Experienced guidance grounded in Maryland trust and probate law
• Transparent fees with no surprise billing

We don’t just create documents—we help you build a plan that protects what matters most.

Get Started with Trust Planning Today

You’ve worked hard to build your legacy. Let’s make sure it’s protected.

Whether you’re creating a new trust or reviewing an existing one, The Law Office of LaSheena M. Williams, P.C. is here to help clients across Montgomery County and throughout Maryland.

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