About the Author

Patrick Hicks, @PatrickHicks
Head of Legal, Trust & Will
Patrick, J.D., LL.M. is Head of Legal, serving as our General Counsel overseeing all attorney-related operations, including regulatory efforts and legal affairs. As a seasoned estate planning attorney, Patrick brings over a decade of knowledge and real-life taxation law experience to our service offerings. He holds a B.A. in Economics from Davidson College, a J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, and an LL.M in Taxation from the University of San Diego. Before joining Trust & Will, Patrick practiced law in the trusts and estates practice group of law firm Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. While attending undergrad, Patrick served as a firefighter for the Davidson Fire Department.
Articles from this author
Probate — 6 min read
What is an ancillary probate in California & how does it work?
Trusts — 12 min read
Guide to Setting Up a Family Trust
Trusts — 6 min read
A Guide to See-Through Trusts
Trusts — 10 min read
What is a Trust & Why do You Need One?
Wills — 6 min read
Create Your Online Will in Massachusetts: Estate Planning Simplified
End of Life Planning — 5 min read
5 Ways To Protect Assets From Nursing Home Costs
Trusts — 10 min read
¿Qué es un fideicomiso y por qué lo necesita?
Wills — 7 min read
Create Your Online Will in Minnesota: Estate Planning Simplified
Wills — 7 min read
Create Your Online Will in Maryland: Estate Planning Simplified