Martin is an acknowledged expert in estate planning and has written extensively on the topic over the last 20 years. His work includes over a dozen books on topics such as estate planning, wills, trusts, probate, powers of attorney, living wills and funeral planning. He is also a recognised expert in legal document automation and has been invited to speak on the topic by several companies including Thompson Reuters.

Martin holds a Bachelors Degree in Business and Law from UCD, a Master’s of Business Administration from Henley and is qualified to practice as a lawyer in several jurisdictions. He previously practised law for many years with Eversheds Sutherland (one of the largest law firms in the world) as well as several London based law firms. He is also independently recognised by the Legal 500 as an expert in his field.

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Estate Planning for Small Business Owners: Succession, Buy‑Sell Agreements, and Funding Your Trust

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When a family member has special needs, estate planning carries two missions: preserve eligibility for needs‑based benefits and create a care framework that works...

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DIY Living Trust: When a Kit Is Enough vs Hiring a Lawyer

A DIY living trust kit can be the right tool for a straightforward estate: a home, standard bank/brokerage accounts, predictable beneficiaries, and a desire...

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How to Open Probate: Filing, Notices, and the First 60 Days

The hardest step in probate is the first: getting the matter open so someone has authority to act. Once the court appoints a personal...

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Living Will vs Medical Power of Attorney: What Each Document Does—and Why You Need Both

The phrase advance directive gets used loosely. In U.S. practice, it usually refers to two distinct documents that work together. A living will records...

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How to Create a Will Online

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Durable Power of Attorney for Finance & Property, Planning for Incapacity

A Durable Power of Attorney for Finance & Property is a legal document by which you appoint and authorize another person (usually a trusted...

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