New York Estate Planning Legal Guides (9 found)

Written by Theodore W. Robinson
Its important to have a Will. Here are the first 8 of 15 important practical tips regarding the preparation of your Will which should help you gain greater peace of mind and benefit your family. Make sure to check the second 7 Tips for more valuable information.
Posted in Estate Planning 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Rudolf J. Karvay
In New York, small estate settlement can be inexpensive and quick. If the estate qualifies, there is no need to go to court and you don't need to spend a great deal of money on legal fees.
15 of 16 users found this helpful. Posted in Probate about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Patricia G Micek
You have spent a lifetime building up your assets. If you neglect to execute a legally binding will, the state will distribute your property the way that it sees fit, not the way you want it to go. Why should this happen to the people that you care about?
Posted in Estate Planning 7 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Robert Friedman
Do you fear losing your home to pay for nursing home care? Seventy-five per cent of Upstate New York seniors own their homes, which is typically their most valuable asset. There are seven ways to legally save your home.
Posted in Elder Law 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Robert Friedman
New York State law allows you to control the disposition of your remains by designating a person to carry out your wishes.
Posted in Estate Planning 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Robert Friedman
There are many legal protections available for victims of elder abuse.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Elder Law 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Robert Friedman
A new long term care insurance disclosure law goes into effect on January 1, 2009. Prior to or at the sale of New York long term care insurance, the insured must be informed of the following:
Posted in Elder Law 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Patrick L. Evans
When a married person dies, the surviving spouse has priority claims for certain personal property, no matter what the decedent's will might say. What is your share without a will and what is done if there is a will? Learn more about your rights at your spouse's death.
Posted in Probate about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: New York

Written by Avvo Staff
Many legal resources are available for free or at low cost. This guide covers those resources of most interest to New York consumers looking for urgent legal guidance.
3 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: New York