The trustee of a trust is a person who has agreed to manage the assets in a trust, a role that involves significant legal and ethical obligations. American College of Trust and Estate Counsel Fellows Jean Gordon Carter and Kerri L.S. Mast offer an overview of the trustee’s responsibilities and the risks in this short video. TRANSCRIPT Jean Carter: Hello. I’m Jean … Read More
Should I Serve as an Executor?
An estate executor, also known as a personal representative, is the person appointed in a Will who manages and protects estate assets after the decedent’s death. Before agreeing to serve as the executor of a will, understand your responsibilities. TRANSCRIPT Hello. I’m Jean Carter, an ACTEC Fellow from Raleigh, North Carolina. With me is Kim Stogner, an ACTEC Fellow and our North … Read More
Lindy, Crowe Named Partners at FMBF
John D. Aspland, Jr., Managing Partner of FMBF, is pleased to announce that Joshua Lindy and Michael Crowe have been named as Partners in the firm effective January 1, 2023.
FMBF Sponsors 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
The law firm of FitzGerald Morris Baker Firth is proud to be a sponsor for the 2022 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Queensbury, being held on Saturday, October 15th at SUNY Adirondack. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event ... Read More
John Aspland Guests on Podcast
Managing Partner John Aspland, speaking about legal matters in the wake of the passing of a loved one, appeared recently on The UpBeat Podcast with Mark Mulholland. This episode of the podcast addresses money and legal matters, and also features guest Adam Pearsall, a prominent local financial planner. Click here to listen to the podcast.
Lifting for Love: A Pennies for Pounds Fundraiser
FMBF is a proud sponsor of Lifting For Love: A Pennies for Pounds Fundraiser being hosted by Outcast Athletics of South Glens Falls. This fundraiser is held for the benefit of Finn Herringshaw of Fort Ann and Mia Nassivera of Hudson Falls, two children battling cancer. The benefit fundraiser is taking place on Saturday, October 30th at 22 Hudson Falls ... Read More
FMBF Sponsors Tournament to Benefit St. Anne Foundation
FitzGerald Morris Baker Firth was proud to be a sponsor of the 23rd annual Fedullo-Catena Golf Tournament to benefit the St. Anne Foundation, held on September 20, 2021 at Shaker Ridge Country Club. The Foundation provides funding to St. Anne Institute, which is comprised of a wide range of programs which include clinical services, therapeutic education and recreation, residential treatment, ... Read More
The Women of FMBF
FitzGerald Morris Baker Firth has deep roots in our Glens Falls community, having served the region since 1936. Since our founding we’ve been fortunate to count many phenomenal women as members of our team, both in our attorney ranks and in our professional and highly knowledgeable staff. Whether you need help with estate planning, real estate, business formation and expansion, … Read More
More History of FMBF’s Home at 68 Warren Street
Click below to read another installment of Maury Thompson's series covering the Glens Falls Knights of Columbus and the centennial of the start of construction of 68 Warren Street, now home to our firm. Ready Maury's latest entry by clicking here.
Movies in the Pumpkin Patch
FMBF is pleased to be a sponsor of the Salvation Army's "Movies in the Pumpkin Patch" event, taking place at the Washington County Fairgrounds from Friday, October 9th to Sunday, October 11th. Each night will feature a difference classic movie on 3 of the world's largest inflatable movie screens! With (socially distanced) room for 1,000 vehicles per night, this promises ... Read More