Marie-Yves Nadine Jean-Baptiste

As the Managing Owner of The Saint Yves Law Firm, Attorney Marie-Yves Nadine Jean-Baptiste concentrates her legal practice on Estate Planning and Administration, Taxation, and Family Law. Located in Towson, Maryland, Marie-Yves is passionate about providing a better future for those in need of legal services/protection. Attorney Nadine Jean-Baptiste believes that the right representation can make the legal process not seem as scary. Marie-Yves is licensed to practice law in Maryland and Federal District Court.

Divorce

Collaborative Law, Contested Divorce, Military Divorce, Property Division, Same Sex Divorce, Spousal Support & Alimony, Uncontested Divorce

Estate Planning

Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills

Probate

Probate Administration, Probate Litigation, Will Contests

Family Law

Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Father's Rights, Guardianship & Conservatorship, Paternity, Prenups & Marital Agreements, Restraining Orders, Same Sex Family Law

Tax Law

Business Taxes, Criminal Tax Litigation, Estate Tax Planning, Income Taxes, International Taxes, Payroll Taxes, Property Taxes, Sales Taxes, Tax Appeals, Tax Audits, Tax Planning

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• Credit Cards Accepted
• Contingent Fees

Maryland

Maryland Court of Appeals

Principal

The Saint Yves Law Firm

2017 - Current

University of Baltimore School of Law

LL.M. (2021) | Taxation

2015 - present

University of Baltimore School of Law

J.D. (2015) | Law

2012 - 2015

Saint Francis College

B.A. (2012) | Psychology

2009 - 2012

Honors: Cum Laude

Activities: St. Thomas More Pre-Law Society

Rising Star 2021

Superlawyers

2021

Rising Star 2020

Superlawyers

2020

Elite Lawyer Award

Elite Lawyer

2020

National LGBT Bar Association

Member

2020 - Current

Harford County Bar Foundation

Board Member

2018 - Current

National Association of Women Lawyers

Member

2018 - Current

State Bar of Maryland

Member

2017 - Current

American Bar Association

Member

2015 - Current

Why it is a Good Idea to Avoid Probate in Maryland

October 7, 2020

Q. I am disabled, going through a divorce. Is it possible to stay on my wife's health insurance after divorce?

19 January 2021

A: Unfortunately, you will not be able to stay on your spouse's insurance after an absolute divorce. However, you would be able to retain your insurance under a limited divorce. Hope that helps. Good luck!!

Q. On my will, I have my 2 daughters listed as beneficiaries. I want to split everything evenly. On the line for property..

13 January 2021

A: I give to my daughters, DAUGHTER 1 and DAUGHTER 2, in as equal shares as possible, my principal place of residence and any real property that I may... I give the balance of my personal and household effects, automobiles and other tangible personal property to my daughters, DAUGHTER 1 and DAUGHTER 2, in as equal shares as possible. To the extent possible, my Personal Representative shall make such division and distribution to said children in accordance with their wishes... I would advise having a separate section for your tangible personal property (contents of your home, your car, anything else that you can physically move). Also, I'd have an attorney look this over--it is not advisable to attempt to write your own will. The clauses above are incomplete but provides you a general sense of what you need. Additional language is necessary to protect you/your estate/assets/beneficiaries. I'm sure my colleagues have additional input that they can provide that will certainly help. Good luck to you!

Q. Whats the next step?

8 October 2020

A: Wait for the court to contact you to set up a scheduling conference, which is a conference where you set up dates to get things done. It is advisable that you consult with an attorney to assess whether assistance of counsel is necessary.