Chesapeake Legal Counsel – Annapolis, MD

⚖️ About Chesapeake Legal Counsel

Chesapeake Legal Counsel is a specialized law firm located in Annapolis, Maryland, with a strong focus on estate planning and wealth preservation. Founded in 1993 by attorney John F. Robbert, the firm serves individuals and families across Maryland and Delaware. They understand that the transfer of wealth is about more than just assets; it is about transferring values and ensuring peace of mind for future generations 🌳. The firm’s mission is to make the estate planning process understandable, efficient, and tailored to the unique goals of each client.

Operating with a client-centered approach, Chesapeake Legal Counsel helps families navigate life’s inevitable changes. Whether you are a young family just starting out, a business owner planning for succession, or a senior concern about long-term care costs, their team provides the strategic guidance needed to protect your legacy. They pride themselves on building lasting relationships, often serving multiple generations of the same family.

📋 Practice Areas

• Estate Planning: Designing comprehensive plans using wills, revocable living trusts, and powers of attorney to manage assets during life and after death.
• Special Needs Planning: Creating Special Needs Trusts to provide for loved ones with disabilities without jeopardizing their eligibility for government benefits.
• Veterans Benefits: Assisting veterans and their spouses in qualifying for Aid and Attendance benefits to help cover the cost of care.
• Medicaid Planning: implementing strategies to protect assets from the high cost of nursing home care while ensuring eligibility for Medicaid assistance.
• Probate and Estate Administration: Guiding executors and trustees through the complex legal process of settling an estate after a loved one passes away 🏛️.
• Business Planning: Advising on business formation, succession planning, and asset protection for small business owners.

🌟 Why Choose Chesapeake Legal Counsel?

The firm is distinguished by its deep expertise and commitment to education:

• Experienced Leadership: Founder John F. Robbert brings over 30 years of legal experience and holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation, providing a higher level of insight into tax-efficient strategies.
• Holistic Approach: They look at the ”big picture,” integrating legal, financial, and personal goals into a cohesive plan.
• Dual-State Licensure: With offices in both Annapolis, MD and Ocean View, DE, they are uniquely positioned to assist clients with property or interests in both states 📍.

📍 Location & Contact

The Annapolis office is conveniently located on Riva Road, easily accessible for residents of Anne Arundel County. Chesapeake Legal Counsel invites prospective clients to reach out to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward securing their future.