Estate Planning - In Person

With Lawyer Michael Celli

Wills, Trusts, Powers of Attorney, Advanced Medical Directives and some common pitfalls regarding estate planning will be discussed. Come to learn and bring your questions!

Do you know what would happen to your family, your assets, or your medical care if something unexpected happened to you? Most people think they're prepared, but 60% of Americans don't have a basic will. The results can be costly, chaotic, and heartbreaking for the families left behind. Join us for this educational workshop designed to help you understand the essentials of estate planning and how to protect the people and things you love most. 

You'll learn:
   - The difference between a will and a trust-and which one might be right for you.
   - How to keep your family out of court and conflict.
   - What happens if you become incapacitated without proper planning?
   - Why joint ownership and beneficiary designations aren't enough.
   - How to protect your children's inheritance from lawsuits, divorce, or bad decisions.
   - Common mistakes people make (even with a will) and how to avoid them.
   - Simple steps you can take immediately to better protect your family.

Questions about this program? Contact the branch 240-773-9420.

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Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.

Accommodation Requests

People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

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