Protect Your Loved Ones and Preserve Your Legacy

Cedar Counsel, LLC offers custom, comprehensive, and
compassionate estate planning in Maryland and Washington, DC.

“Estate planning is not only a significant expression of love for your family. It’s a transformative experience for you too, because thinking about how you want to be remembered helps you live better and more intentionally. ”
— Jennifer Williams, Founding Attorney

Welcome!
I’m Attorney Jennifer Williams.

I understand how much effort goes into building a meaningful life—whether it’s raising a family, growing a business, or simply making thoughtful choices day by day. You’ve worked hard to get here, and now it’s time to make sure everything you’ve built is protected for the people you love.

Life doesn’t always follow a script, but a solid estate plan can bring real peace of mind. I’ll help you avoid unnecessary court battles, protect your assets, and make sure your wishes are known—especially when it matters most.

Let’s build a plan that works when your loved ones needs it most.
The best time to prepare for the unexpected is now—schedule your free consultation today.


Life’s noblest service is to plant trees under whose shade you will not sit.

- Adaptation of an ancient adage

  • We deliver far more than legal documents. Our thoughtful approach to estate planning provides peace of mind in knowing that your loved ones will be safe and your legacy preserved in the event of the unexpected.

  • Do you know exactly what would happen to your minor children if something were to happen to you? If not, let us help you craft a protection plan to ensure that your children remain in the care of those who would lovingly raise them with the same values you would.

  • You’ve worked hard to create a life full of opportunities and resources for your family - not creditors. Our personalized approach to planning provides layers of protection against creditors, unnecessary taxes, malpractice suits, divorce, and more.

  • We help clients make charitable gifts and practice good stewardship in the most tax-efficient manner.

  • True legacy has less to do with the financial assets we accumulate, and more to do with our intangible assets: our stories, wisdom, and character. We preserve this legacy by capturing each client’s history, personality, and experience for their loved ones. Because YOU are infinitely more valuable than your real estate or bank account.

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