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Suzanne Benvenuto Simpson
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About Suzanne
Biography
Simpson Law, P.A. was founded in 2003 to provide a comprehensive, compassionate, and convenient way for busy parents and professionals to obtain vitally necessary estate planning services.
Simpson Law, P.A. provides clients with comprehensive estate planning services, including the preparation of various documents, strategies to reduce or eliminate estate tax liability, and recommendations regarding asset titling, life insurance, and beneficiary designations. The standard package of documents provided includes a Revocable Living Trust, Will, Power of Attorney for Health Care, Power of Attorney for Finances, and a Living Will. Depending upon the client’s needs, trusts such as marital trusts, children’s trusts, and life insurance trusts are advised and prepared. The firm also negotiates pre-marital agreement for existing cliients.
Suzanne met her husband while hiking with the Washington Ski Club and stills enjoys family hikes, as well as paddle boarding, golf, reading, and international travel.
Compassionate, Convenient and Comprehensive Estate Planning
Comprehensive, compassionate, and convenient estate planning
Comprehensive, compassionate, and convenient estate and probate planning for busy clients. Call Now!
Comprehensive, Compassionate, and Convenient Elder Law Services
Comprehensive, compassionate and convenient probate administration
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
35 years
35 years
35 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Always
Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Maryland for 32 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in District of Columbia for 32 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Virginia for 34 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 1991
No misconduct found
Location
Online Presence
Other places you can find Suzanne online.
Suzanne Benvenuto Simpson's Reviews
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45 Client Reviews
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Posted by Mary Joe | February 10, 2011 | Estate Planning
High Marks for Suzanne Simpson Law firm
My husband and I were referred by our financial advisor to Simpson Law and from the first phone call to Suzanne Simpson we were handled in a professional manner-she clearly explained all of our options, the laws involved, we made our decisions and within the time frame that we requested. High Marks-...
Posted by Susan | July 21, 2010 | Estate Planning
Highly recommend. I have used her personally and have recommended her to my clients.
She does what it takes to get the job done. Suzanne is caring and compassionate which is helpful during the estate planning process which can be very emotional in some cases. She is a pleasure to work with and her fees are very reasonable, unlike many other attorneys.
Posted by Mindy | March 25, 2010 | Wills & Living Wills
I had a great experience with Suzanne as my Lawyer
When my husband and I finally decided to review our will (it had been at least 14 years) we quickly realized that we were not as prepared as we thought. Also, many of our ideas and wishes had changed over those years. Needless to say we also did not want to take the time to discuss our demise. Time...
Posted by Sharon | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Estate Planning
Thorough
I was very pleased with the work done by this firm to prepare our Will's and Trust. They were very thorough and had a lot work with since my husband owns his own company. My emails were answered promptly. Very professional. My husband had issues getting a response back from his inquiry but eventually...
Suzanne Simpson
Replied last May 11, 2018Thank you for your praise and feedback Sharon. We do strive to make everyone who walks through our doors as comfortable as possible and I'm sorry that wasn't your experience. Our goal is to answer all inquiries within 48 hours, though this may sometimes be delayed if we are extraordinarily busy or further research is required. I will implement the necessary changes as well as make certain that procedures for obtaining identification for notarization processes and filling out our log book are transparent. Thank you again for taking the time to express your comments.
Posted by anonymous | May 08, 2012 | Estate Planning
Good review
Not exactly warm and cozy, felt judged. Competent. Fair, she could have disregarded my current financial situation and "sold" me the most expensive trust/will package but she didn't.
Suzanne Benvenuto Simpson's Lawyer Endorsements
"An excellent lawyer who treats clients with patience, care, understanding, and utmost professionalism - an even better person and I wholeheartedly recommend for future services."
"Top-notch litigation attorney who is dedicated to client success."
"I endorse Suzanne Simpson. She is personable, professional and an experienced estate planning and probate attorney. I have referred clients to her in the past and look forward to doing so in the future."
"Suzanne accepted a referral of a client of my firm who needed help with a probate of an estate in her jurisdiction. She met with the clients promptly, handled their matter efficiently and has made the clients feel very comfortable. I would not hesitate to refer other matters to her in the future."
"I highly recommend Suzanne's work. I've known Suzanne for over 10 years, worked with her at the Estates & Trusts Section of the Howard County Bar Association, and worked a matter together with her. I am a witness to her professional behavior and integrity - she's a great attorney and a great person. Suzanne's experience and professional judgment are great assets to her clients. I would not hesitate to refer a loved one to her."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Simpson is experienced, diligent, conscientious, thorough, responsive and professional. She serves her clients extremely well and is a valued member of our legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Suzanne is a wonderful individual to not only work with, but also to have her on your side. She is very knowledgeable in the practice areas of wills, trust, estates and business. She provides advice and counsel in clear and non-legalize terms so you may understand your options and make informed decisions."
"Suzanne is very knowledgeable about the law and the recent changes. She is wonderful with clients, keeping them informed and advising them regarding how best to protect themselves."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. She is personable, professional and a wonderful attorney. Both her work ethic and work quality are outstanding; she is terrific."
"Suzanne Simpson is knowledgable, efficient, communicative and helpful. She keeps up with the latest laws affecting her area of practice."
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Experience
Honors
2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2016
Nominee ATHENA Women's Leadeship Award, Athena International
2016
10 Best Elder Law Attorney MD, AIOLC
2011
Executives and Entrepreneurs, Cambridge Who's Who Among Professionals
2010
Class of 2011, Leadership Montgomery
1990
Inns of Court, George Mason University School of Law
Work Experience
1999 - 2000
Senior Associate, Bean Kinney & Korman
1992 - 1999
Associate, Smolen & Plevy, PC
1991 - 1992
Judicial Law Clerk, Fairfax County Circuit Court
Associations
1992 - Present
Maryland Bar Association
1991 - Present
Virginia Bar Associaton
2009 - 2011
Olney Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors
2008 - 2009
Howard County Womens Bar AssociationPresident
2008 - 2011
Howard County Bar Association, Estates and Trusts SectionCo-chair
2007 - 2014
Estate Planning Council of Suburban MarylandSecretary
1998 - 2000
Fairfax Bar Association, CLE CommitteeCo-Chair
1998 - 2000
Washington Ski ClubGeneral Counsel
Education
1999
Carl Schneider
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1986
Double BA
N/A
Speaking Engagements
2019
Elder Financial Abuse
2019
Elder Financial Abuse
2016
Estate Planning for Young Families
2015
Special Needs Trusts
2015
Legal Ethics in Estate Administration
2013
Advanced Directives/Living Wills
2012
Estate Planning
2012
Estate Planning
2012
2012
Estate Planning
2011
Estate Planning
2011
Estate Planning
2011
Estate Planning
2010
Estate Planning
2010
Estate Planning
2010
Business Planning
2009
Estate Planning
2009
Grantor Trusts
Publications
2015
2013
2010
1990
1989
Languages
German
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
As a beneficiary do you have to accept a will or trust?
21 Sep 2011
If I am listed as an heir to an estate, my sister is the executor, am I allowed to obtain a copy of the will and if so,
02 Nov 2010
What rights do beneficiaries have to see copies of the will and trust, and a list assets of the estate?
25 Mar 2010