New York, NY
Estate planning Lawyer at New York, NY
Practice Areas: Estate Planning, Elder Law, Probate
In today's diverse society, the definition of a "typical" family has evolved far beyond the traditional model of two spouses and their joint children. Blended families, long-term partnerships with chi...
See Full GuideThere are many types of irrevocable trusts, but by far the most common is the Medicaid Asset Protection Trust. The main benefit of the trust is protecting assets for purposes of qualifying for Medicai...
See Full GuideAn Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust, often referred to as an ILIT, is an estate planning tool that can help reduce, if not eliminate, an estate tax due at your death. It is a common misconception that...
See Full GuideA Power of Attorney is a state-specific legal form that enables you to empower someone to manage your finances and assets on your behalf. Having a Power of Attorney in place is always essential, but e...
See Full GuideTo ensure that your loved one suffering from a mental illness is properly cared for during their lifetime and after your passing, take the necessary steps now. What Documents Should Someone Have Who i...
See Full GuideThere is a long running joke about lawyers never giving straight answers. We prefer to give clients definitive answers but when clients ask us whether to add a child as a joint account holder, we alwa...
See Full GuideWhether a Trustee can sell property in a trust depends on the terms of the trust. “Maybe” may seem like a common attorney refrain to frustrate clients, but the powers of a Trustee depend either on the...
See Full GuideAn estate planning consultation is not everyone’s idea of a good time. In some cases, people have put off estate planning for years – if not decades. Discussing the taboo triad of aging, death and mon...
See Full GuideA Last Will and Testament allows you to direct where your assets go at your death and who will be legally in charge of the estate. New York Requirements New York law sets forth specific requirements f...
See Full GuideBeing a Trustee of a trust carries serious responsibilities and trustees are compensated for their time. The New York Surrogate’s Court Procedure Act (“SCPA”) sets the commissions payable to trustees....
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