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Marie-Yves Nadine Jean-Baptiste
Owner of The Saint Yves Law Firm
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Biography
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.
Practice Areas
- 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
Fees
- Free Consultation
- Credit Cards Accepted
- Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Maryland
- Maryland Court of Appeals
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Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
- Haitian Creole: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
- Principal
- The Saint Yves Law Firm
- - Current
Education
- University of Baltimore School of Law
- LL.M. (2021) | Taxation
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- University of Baltimore School of Law
- J.D. (2015) | Law
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- Saint Francis College
- B.A. (2012) | Psychology
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- Honors: Cum Laude
- Activities: St. Thomas More Pre-Law Society
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Awards
- Rising Star 2021
- Superlawyers
- Rising Star 2020
- Superlawyers
- Elite Lawyer Award
- Elite Lawyer
Professional Associations
- National LGBT Bar Association
- Member
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- Harford County Bar Foundation
- Board Member
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- National Association of Women Lawyers
- Member
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- State Bar of Maryland
- Member
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- American Bar Association
- Member
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Websites & Blogs
- Blog
- The Saint Yves Law Firm
Legal Answers
51 Questions Answered
- Q. I am disabled, going through a divorce. Is it possible to stay on my wife's health insurance after divorce?
- 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..
- 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?
- 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.
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