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

Assigned posts

Articles by Ruby Singh-Patel

Can You Sue an Estate for Pain and Suffering Damages?Can a Will Be Changed Without the Executor Knowing?Does a Divorce Decree Override a Will?What Does “Free of Trust” Mean in Legal Terms?Does a Trust Need to Be Notarized to Be Valid?What Is a Beneficiary Deed and How Does It Work?Does a Trust Override a Will in Estate Planning?Why Does a Personal Representative Need a Beneficiary to Sign a Waiver of Bond?What Is the Meaning of a Conservatee in Legal Terms?What Is a Fideicommissum and How Does It Work?What Is a Class Gift and How Does It Work in Estate Planning?What Does “Know All Men by These Presents” Mean in Legal Terms?Does a New Will Automatically Override an Old Will?What Is Trust Ownership and How Does It Work?How to Contest a Will: Steps, Deadlines, and Legal GroundsCan a Power of Attorney Close a Bank Account?What Is the Statute of Limitations for Inheritance Theft?Who Needs a Trust Instead of a Will?Who You Should Never Name as a Beneficiary and WhyDoes a Life Estate Override a Will?How Long Does the Executor Have to Pay the Beneficiaries?Effectively Managing Multiple Power of Attorney RolesGuns as Assets: Legal Considerations and Implications