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
Estate Planning — 4 min read
What is a Gift Letter? Here’s What You Need to Know
Estate Planning — 4 min read
“Payable on Death” - What You Need to Know
Estate Planning — 4 min read
What is a Grantor’s Role in Estate Planning?
Estate Planning — 2 min read
Letter of Testamentary - What It Is & Why You Need It
Estate Planning — 4 min read
What Does "Administration of Estate" Mean?
Estate Planning — 6 min read
How to Appoint an Executor for Your Will
Estate Planning — 5 min read
Capital Gains Tax and Your Estate: What You Need to Know
Wills — 10 min read
What Does Per Stirpes Mean in a Will?
Wills — 5 min read
Here’s What Makes a Will Invalid: 8 Common Mistakes
