Atty. Jeffrey D. Scott
Attorney Scott is a partner in the firm. He received a B.A. from Dickinson College and earned his J.D. from the University of Maryland School of Law. In addition to his practice with the firm, Attorney Scott serves the local community in the following capacities: - Settlement Officer, Estate and Trust Matters, Circuit Court for Carroll County, Maryland (1998—present) - Chair, Carroll County Human Rights Advisory Committee for the Developmentally Disabled (1983—present) - Member, Investment Committee, Mid-Atlantic District, Church of the Brethren (1994—2004) - Member, Carroll Hospital Center Foundation, Planned Giving Committee (2003—present) - Westminster Church of the Brethren (1987—present); Chair of Soup Kitchen Ministry (2002—present) Attorney Scott is a member of the Carroll County, Maryland State and American Bar Associations.
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Jeffrey D. Scott is a Counsel based in Westminster, Maryland, practicing at Hoffman, Comfort, Offutt, Scott & Halstad, LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and tax. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1973) and Florida (2006). Educated at University of Maryland School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Carroll County, Maryland State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Westminster, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Practicing law in Maryland. Legal matters in Maryland are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Westminster are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Maryland state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Maryland brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Maryland courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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