Estate Planning Prenuptial Agreements in NY – Part 1: Enforceability Every year over 2 million people get married in the United States. In the same year almost 900 000 people … May 8, 2014 2 MIN READ
Estate Planning, Wills Common Reasons for Contested Wills in New York Many people know that having a will is necessary in order to properly ensure the deceased’s wishes are followed and … May 2, 2014 2 MIN READ
Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Trusts, Wills Back to the Basics: What is the Difference Between Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts? While many New York residents familiar with and have an existing will in place in the event of their death … May 1, 2014 2 MIN READ
Estate Planning, Wills Be Aware of Cemetery Rules & Guidelines Delineating funeral and burial wishes is a common part of estate planning. Everyone has unique desires about their final resting … April 29, 2014 2 MIN READ
Estate Planning Dispute Over Documents Settled Between Harry Belafonte & MLK Estate Even after a loved one is gone disputes over his or her estate can continue to arise. For example nearly … April 25, 2014 2 MIN READ
Charitable Remainder Trusts, Estate Planning What is “Donor Intent” & How Does It Affect a NY Estate Plan Charity is an important part of an estate plan for New York families. Many residents have important causes that symbolize … April 22, 2014 2 MIN READ
Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Wills Undue Influence in NY & Pressuring Vulnerable Seniors Family feuding is all too common and finances are often at the root. One argument often made in legal cases … April 21, 2014 2 MIN READ
Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Planning for Disability, Special Needs Trust Back to the Basics: First vs. Third Party Special Needs Trusts in NY Families throughout New York who have children with disabilities are frequently questioning how to best provide for their children’s needs–both … April 18, 2014 2 MIN READ
Estate Planning, Wills The Power of Legacy – Could a Will have Prevented WWII? Life is about far more than the accumulation of material wealth. Working hard and collecting valuables to enjoy and pass … April 11, 2014 2 MIN READ