Fendrick Morgan

I had a deeply troubling experience with Ms. Morgan at Fendrick and Morgan regarding my mother's estate planning. The firm prepared (or revised) a new will that removed me as a beneficiary, leaving my sister as the sole heir to my mother's (and deceased father’s) assets. However, the Burlington County Court ultimately declared this will prepared by Fendrick and Morgan to be invalid due to undue influence. The heartbreak and betrayal me and my family felt was enormous when I learned Ms. Morgan revised my dying mother's will to completely cut me out, leaving everything to my sister as the sole beneficiary. This wasn't just a legal document; it was the final expression of my mother's wishes for her two children and the assets represented a lifetime of hard work and sacrifice from my mother and father. Key circumstances included: 1. The new will was drafted a mere 9 days before my frail mother passed away, while she was in hospice care on her deathbed. 2. She was heavily medicated with drugs like morphine, barely lucid, yet somehow deemed capable of making such a drastic, life-altering decision. 3. Ms. Morgan said the will was revised based on an unsubstantiated and false allegation from my sister (the sole beneficiary under the new will), claiming I had forcibly entered my mother's home, assaulted an aide, and removed by police; an incident that could have been easily disproven with public police records. 4. My sister was physically present in the room during the signing of the will; an obvious source of pressure and influence—in clear violation of the safeguards meant to protect vulnerable people making wills. 5. A member of the firm (specifically Ms. Van Buskirk) notarized a document without having personally witnessed the signature. 6. Another local attorney had previously declined to make these changes to the existing will after reviewing the situation, yet Fendrick and Morgan proceeded. In my view, these actions reflect poor judgment and raise serious ethical questions about prioritizing one family member's interests over the testator's true intentions and well-established prior wishes. My parents worked hard their entire lives to provide equitably for both children, and this attempted change undermined that. Based on this experience, I strongly recommend avoiding Fendrick and Morgan. I stand firmly by my account and any response from Ms. Morgan attempting to justify these issues would likely lack credibility.

I have used the services of Fendrick Morgan for several years through two Estate probates and found their guidance invaluable. One estate was simple and one entailed a long list of out of state beneficiaries and charities. I worked primarily with Madeline Thorn Wildsmith, Esq., but also the team members Karyn Van Buskirk and Jennifer Blake. I am just a dedicated relative with no financial or legal background, so it was a relief to have a plan laid out and staff to handle court requirements and filings. You can have peace of mind with this group.

Great experience.

Working with Doug and his team was a real pleasure. They made it easy for my wife and I to take the necessary steps in our estate planning. Everything was explained in layman's terms. thank you to the whole firm.

My wife and I had our estate planning work completed with Rachel Gersie. She and the team at Fendrick Morgan made a rather morbid task, very easygoing. She was thoughtful and thorough throughout the whole process. I am very happy with the work we completed and confident that she will continue to be a great resource for us as our lives evolve through the aging process. I recommend Rachel Gersie and her team at Fendrick Morgan without any reservation.

Extremely thorough and communicative. Very happy with our estate/will planning. Highly recommended

I cannot say enough about how Knowledgeable and caring that Doug, Jamie and their team are!

Very professional, informative and trustworthy!

very impressed by the diligent and excellent service and that Rachel should be granted a raise in pay by her boss ❤️🎶😇

Great experience with Doug and his staff. Would highly recommend their services.

So you’re looking for an estate lawyer? Madeline Thorn Wildsmith at Fendrick Morgan was a perfect fit for me. This was my first time administering an estate and my situation was made more challenging because there weren’t a lot of assets in the estate and the estate is in New Jersey but I live in Washington state. I needed to consult an estate lawyer to ensure that I was meeting all the federal, state and local requirements but yet I also felt a responsibility to economize. I let Madeline know up front about the unique aspects of my situation. Madeline and I had a great rapport and Madeline was able to walk the line perfectly between providing sufficient time to ensure we understood each other thoroughly and keeping our talks as brief as practical. Madeline and her team were very responsive to my requests. I highly recommend Fendrick Morgan.

We have been using Fendrick Morgan for all of our legal needs, from Powers of Attorney to Wills and Trusts for over 15 years. We just updated all of our documents and once again had a stellar experience. All of our interactions have been personal, professional, extremely pleasant and we never felt rushed. There was never a feeling of being just the "next client" and the team is always available if needed. Truly cannot recommend them enough. We have been dealing with Mr. Fendrick and he has a wealth of knowledge and experience. One of the BEST! 5 Stars in every way.

Exceptional Estate Planning Experience in Cherry Hill” My wife, Betty, and I visited Doug Fendrick today as a follow-up to our trust documents and overall estate planning at his Cherry Hill, NJ office. Doug is not only thoroughly prepared, but he also takes the time to explain every detail in plain language so that we understand how each part of our plan works together. His professionalism, kindness, and deep knowledge of New Jersey estate and elder law make the process smooth and reassuring. We left feeling confident that our family’s future is well protected. We highly recommend Fendrick Morgan to anyone seeking experienced, trustworthy guidance for wills, trusts, or long-term care planning in New Jersey.

From beginning to end, our experience with Fendrick Morgan was exceptional. Everyone was professional, thorough, and courteous. After using Fendrick Morgan for my mother’s estate, I used them for my for my estate.

I've been a client of Doug Fendrick (now Fendrick Morgan) for seventeen years. Over that time period I have been impressed with the professionalism practiced across the board by all employees. They know the law. They know how to gently help clients achieve their ultimate goals or come as close as possible. Getting through the process of writing or revising a will can be emotionally draining. Attorneys and assistants at Fendrick Morgan never made me feel rushed. They were kind and patient. I received clear explanations in response to every one of my questions. Several times, my attorney brought up angles and points I would not otherwise have thought of. I feel fortunate to have procured their services. In addition, I appreciate that the billing has always been straightforward and reasonable. Fendrick Morgan Attorneys I've worked with over the years include Rachel Gersie, Doug Fendrick, Jamie Shuster Morgan, and Madelaine Thorn Wildsmith. Legal Assistants who were very helpful include Meredith Scott, Mercedes Bolli, and Jennifer Carr. Doug Fendrick and his team have earned my trust many times over. I recommend them very highly.

Thorough and accommodating. Explained options to help us with our decisions.

So good and professional.

My wife and I engaged Fendrick Morgan to prepare our wills and provide estate guidance. From our initial Zoom meeting to the execution of our wills we could not have asked for a more professional and courteous experience. Not only does Doug Fendrick explain the entire process he is patient and provides valuable insight and suggestions. The entire office staff is polite, professional and timely. HIGHLY recommended!