Estate Law Author

Ruby Singh-Patel

Ruby Singh-Patel is an experienced estate law attorney with a focus on estate planning for healthcare professionals and medical directives. She has helped numerous healthcare professionals plan for the future and has a strong understanding of the complexities of healthcare law.

Credentials

J.D., University of Illinois, LL.M. in Health Law

6+ yearsEstate Planning for Healthcare ProfessionalsMedical Directives

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Articles by Ruby Singh-Patel

Will for a Single Person With No Dependents: What to IncludeHow to Become an Estate Planning Attorney: Steps and SalaryHow to Create a Will: Steps, Signing, and CostsCan a Non-Spouse Beneficiary Roll Over a 401(k)?Does a Trust Avoid Taxes? Revocable vs. IrrevocableWhen Can Power of Attorney Be Used: Types and LimitsHow to Stop Getting Mail for a Deceased PersonCan a Trust Be a Beneficiary? Rules and PitfallsHow to Organize Elderly Parents' Papers: Legal Docs FirstRevocable vs. Irrevocable Trust: Which Is Better?How to Get Money for a Funeral: Benefits and ProgramsWill Writing Format: Key Sections and Legal RequirementsWhat a Revocable Trust Means: Roles, Rules, and LimitsWho Should I Put as Beneficiary on Life Insurance?When Does a Testamentary Trust Take Effect: TimelineWhat Does Estate Planning Involve: Wills, Trusts & MoreWhat Should I Do With an Inherited IRA?How to Use a Will: Drafting, Signing, and ProbateIs It Better to Inherit Stock or Cash: Tax ImplicationsHow to Create a Transfer on Death Deed: Sign and RecordHow to Make a Will Online Free and Sign It ProperlyHow Much Does an Estate Planning Lawyer Cost? Fees & FactorsWill and Trust Software: What It Creates and CostsWhat Is an Offshore Trust? IRS Rules and ReportingHow Do You Get a Power of Attorney? Requirements & StepsAre Beneficiary Distributions Taxable? Rules ExplainedDo You Pay Taxes on Gift Money? Rules and LimitsHow Are Estates Taxed: Rates, Deductions, and DeadlinesAre Custodial Accounts a Good Idea? Pros and ConsHow Much Does a Widow Get When Her Husband Dies?