About the Author
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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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Wills — 10 min read
Qué es un testamento: guía completa sobre los testamentos
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Estate Planning — 5 min read
Myth Busters Part 4: Why You Need an Estate Plan Even if You’re Young and Healthy
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Wills — 8 min read
How Much does a Will Cost? (On Average)
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Estate Planning — 7 min read
Estate Bequests: Unveiling What Matters Most to Americans
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Estate Planning — 6 min read
Digital Shift: How Americans Embrace Online Life and Finances
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End of Life Planning — 5 min read
How to Get a Death Certificate in California
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Estate Planning — 5 min read
A Guide to Filing Estate Tax Returns
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Estate Planning — 5 min read
4 Ways an Estate Accountant Can Assist You
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Estate Planning — 5 min read
Top Estate Planning Tips for the Dysfunctional Family