Refer to our regularly updated blog to learn about a variety of family law and asset protection issues in New York, as well as concerns related to elder law and bankruptcy. We provide these posts to help prospective clients better understand their legal options so they can make informed decisions about how to best proceed with their case. If you would like to discuss your issue further, contact our office to schedule a consultation with attorney Theodore Alatsas.
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Your Plan Will Also Protect Your Legacy From Your Children's Potential Divorces or BankruptciesYour family’s memories of you can be connected, through your things, in deeply emotional ways that may have nothing to do with the actual cash value of items.
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Conservators must serve the conservatees' best interests.The conservator is the person(s) with the power to make decisions, and the conservatee is the adult who needs help.
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Helping Your Family With a Prepaid Funeral PlanEase your family's burden with a prepaid funeral plan. Discover how planning ahead secures your wishes and cuts costly funeral expenses.
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Medical Advance Directives Are Legal Documents That Outline the Details of your Advance Healthcare Planning.A durable power of attorney names a person to act as your healthcare proxy or surrogate who can make medical decisions.
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A Trust Can Be a Great Tool in Your Estate Planning Tool Kit.Learn the benefits of trusts, trustee roles, and how they ensure smooth asset distribution while avoiding probate delays. Build a solid estate plan today!
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Estate Planning Requires Multiple ProfessionalsEnsure a seamless legacy with a professional estate planning team. Avoid costly mistakes, review documents regularly, and balance asset distribution wisely.
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How to Amend Your Estate PlanHaving a spouse pass away is a challenging life event emotionally, mentally, and financially that often requires an amendment to your estate plan.
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Assisting with Homelessness and Disabilities in New YorkThere are several ways to provide money or an inheritance to help your loved one but still protect her from unwise spending. Read the blog for more info!
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How You Share Your Assets With Your Children is Up to YouConsidering equal inheritances in your will or trust is common. Many families follow the "Equality Principle" for an even distribution among children.
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New State Laws to Protect Your Loved OnesNursing homes must comply with these policies to qualify for Medicare or Medicaid funds.
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Why You Need an Estate Plan If You Are Single and Have No KidsPreparing for the future is important even if you don’t have a spouse or kids. These are the top 8 reasons to talk to an estate planning attorney while single.
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ABLE versus Special Needs Trust: What Works for You?ABLE accounts and special needs trusts have different annual saving limitations.