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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
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Estate Planning — 6 min read
How to Appoint an Executor for Your Will
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Estate Planning — 5 min read
Capital Gains Tax and Your Estate: What You Need to Know
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Wills — 10 min read
What Does Per Stirpes Mean in a Will?
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Wills — 5 min read
Here’s What Makes a Will Invalid: 8 Common Mistakes
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Wills — 4 min read
What is the Average Cost of a Will and Trust?
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Wills — 3 min read
Pour Over Will: Definition, Examples and More
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Wills — 4 min read
What's the Difference Between a Living Will vs Will?
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Wills — 3 min read
What is a Self-Proving Affidavit for a Will & Why Do You Need It?
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Wills — 5 min read
What is a Holographic Will (& Why It’s Not the Best Choice)