About the Author
Patrick Hicks, @PatrickHicks
Head of Legal, Trust & Will
Patrick, J.D., LL.M. is Head of Legal, serving as our General Counsel overseeing all attorney-related operations, including regulatory efforts and legal affairs. As a seasoned estate planning attorney, Patrick brings over a decade of knowledge and real-life taxation law experience to our service offerings. He holds a B.A. in Economics from Davidson College, a J.D. from Washington University in St. Louis School of Law, and an LL.M in Taxation from the University of San Diego. Before joining Trust & Will, Patrick practiced law in the trusts and estates practice group of law firm Hahn Loeser & Parks LLP. While attending undergrad, Patrick served as a firefighter for the Davidson Fire Department.
Articles from this author
Trusts — 5 min read
Certificate of Trust: What is it and Why Do I Need It?
Trusts — 3 min read
Schedule K-1 Form for Estates & Trusts
Trusts — 4 min read
Trustee vs. Power of Attorney: Differences Between a POA and Trust
Estate Planning — 10 min read
The SECURE Act & How It Could Affect Your Estate Plan
Estate Planning — 9 min read
Estate Tax & Your Estate Plan: What You Need to Know
Estate Planning — 15 min read
What is a Beneficiary - A Complete Guide
Estate Planning — 10 min read
What is Intestate? Understanding the Difference between Probate and Intestate
Estate Planning — 5 min read
What is a Transfer on Death Deed & How Do I Use One?
