Frank S Baldino

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Frank S. Baldino is a distinguished estate planning attorney based in Bethesda, Maryland, where he co-chairs the estate planning and probate group at the Law Offices of Frank S. Baldino. With a keen focus on asset protection and minimizing federal and state tax liabilities, Frank serves a diverse clientele, from homeowners with appreciating properties to individuals with extensive investment, retirement, business, and real estate portfolios. Frank excels in crafting personalized estate planning and tax strategies that safeguard his clients' assets for future generations. He collaborates closely with financial planners and accountants to provide holistic planning advice, ensuring that clients feel at ease while navigating sensitive topics such as spousal support and the care of children in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Recognized as a “Top Lawyer” by Washingtonian and Bethesda magazines, and listed in the Best Lawyers in America directory, Frank's expertise is well-regarded. One of Frank's key strengths lies in his ability to simplify complex legal concepts, fostering a reassuring environment for clients as they address the emotional aspects of estate planning. He meticulously prepares wills, trusts, and probate documents tailored to each client’s wishes. In addition to estate planning, Frank is well-versed in charitable giving, estate planning for U.S. citizens abroad, tax planning for retirement plans and stock options, business succession planning, and estate and trust administration. He is licensed to practice in Maryland, the District of Columbia, New Jersey, and New York, and is a member of the U.S. Tax Court. A native of Hackensack, New Jersey, Frank earned his Bachelor of Arts, with honors, from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He obtained his Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law and a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation from New York University School of Law. Frank is actively involved in the Washington, D.C. Estate Planning Council and the Estates and Trusts Section of the Maryland State Bar Association. He co-authored the book *Basic Estate Tax Planning*, a resource for estate planning professionals, and contributes articles on current trends in estate and tax law for the monthly *Estate Planning Journal*. Outside of his legal practice, Frank enjoys quality time with his wife and daughter and indulges in reading non-fiction, including works like Bill Bryson’s *A Short History of Nearly Everything*.

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