Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Estate Planning Solutions
At Stouffer Legal, we believe every life tells a unique story deserving a thoughtful ending. As a dedicated estate planning law firm, we specialize in crafting personalized solutions for families across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Washington D.C. Our team combines decades of legal expertise with compassionate guidance to help clients navigate wills, trusts, and estate administration. We prioritize education through free workshops and consultations, empowering clients to protect assets, minimize tax exposure, and ensure their legacy aligns with their values.With offices in Towson, Gaithersburg, and Annapolis, we serve local communities while maintaining a client-centric approach that emphasizes transparency, flat-rate billing, and comprehensive support throughout the planning process.
Services
Wills and Trusts
Estate Administration
Medicaid Planning
Gun Trusts
Pet Trusts
Power of Attorney
Special Needs Trusts
Asset Protection
Probate Services
Advance Directives
Highlights and features
- We offer free educational workshops to simplify estate planning.
- Our team specializes in Maryland-specific estate laws and regulations.
- We provide flat-rate billing with no hidden fees.
- We combine legal expertise with personalized, compassionate guidance.
- We serve clients across Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Washington D.C.
Services
Wills and Trusts
We create customized wills and revocable living trusts to ensure your assets distribute according to your wishes. Our documents help avoid probate court involvement while protecting your legacy. Clients receive guidance on choosing executors and trustees to manage their estates.
Medicaid Planning
Our Medicaid strategies protect assets while qualifying for government assistance. We help families navigate nursing home costs and implement irrevocable trusts to preserve wealth for future generations through legal asset transfer techniques.
Gun Trusts
We establish gun trusts to ensure legal firearm ownership continuity. These documents protect against accidental legal violations while transferring weapons to beneficiaries outside probate court proceedings according to federal and state regulations.
Estate Administration
Our team assists executors with trust administration and probate processes. We handle asset distribution, debt settlement, and court filings to streamline estate closure while maintaining compliance with Maryland's legal requirements.
Special Needs Trusts
We design supplemental needs trusts to protect government benefits for disabled beneficiaries. These trusts manage inheritances or settlements without disqualifying recipients from Medicaid or Social Security assistance programs.
People
Britt Stouffer
Owner, Managing Partner
Founder of Stouffer Legal, Britt Stouffer leads Maryland's premier estate planning practice. With decades of experience, he specializes in creating customized solutions that protect family legacies and ensure legal compliance.
Wilson McManus
Principal Attorney
Wilson McManus pioneered modern estate planning techniques in Maryland. He focuses on educating families about asset protection strategies and has developed innovative approaches to simplify complex legal processes for clients.
Alex Housley
Managing Attorney
Alex Housley specializes in asset protection and elder law. With expertise in wealth preservation, he helps clients implement trusts and legal strategies to safeguard their financial futures across multiple generations.
Colin Dolan
Managing Attorney
Colin Dolan combines estate planning with trust administration experience. He works directly with clients to create comprehensive plans that provide peace of mind for families during transitional life events.
Kelsey Shindle
Managing Attorney
Kelsey Shindle advocates for clients in estate matters with over a decade of legal experience. She focuses on creating accessible solutions that balance legal requirements with individual family needs and circumstances.
Questions
What estate planning services do you offer?
We specialize in wills, trusts, Medicaid planning, gun trusts, pet trusts, power of attorney, and special needs trusts tailored to Maryland families.
Do you provide free consultations?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations and educational workshops to help you understand estate planning basics.
How can I protect my assets from nursing home costs?
Our asset protection trusts and Medicaid planning strategies help safeguard your assets while ensuring long-term care coverage.
Do you serve clients outside Maryland?
We serve clients in Pennsylvania, Washington D.C., and surrounding areas in addition to Maryland residents.
What happens during the probate process?
Probate transfers property through court supervision. Our team guides executors through this process efficiently.
Can I create a trust for my pets?
Yes, our pet trusts ensure your pets receive proper care and financial support after your passing.
