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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Will Writing to Accommodate Blended FamiliesSmooth inheritance in blended families requires strategic estate planning, given the differing treatment of step and biological children under probate rules.
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Guardianship Can Protect Your Finances and Your Voting RightsA DPOA is an important part of any estate plan. In your DPOA, you can name a person you trust to manage your financial affairs if you are unable to manage them yourself.
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Estate Planning Brooklyn: A Guide for Brighton Beach and Manhattan Beach HomeownersDiscover essential estate planning tips for Brighton Beach and Manhattan Beach homeowners. Learn how to protect your family's future with Alatsas Law Firm.
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Plan Your Estate and Avoid Undue InfluenceProtect your loved ones from undue influence in estate planning. Learn how to prevent manipulation and ensure your wishes are respected with proper legal steps.
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How Estate Planning Reduces Probate IssuesProper estate planning can help avoid probate, saving time, reducing costs, and preserving privacy. Learn strategies like trusts and beneficiary designations.
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Estate Planning and Tax ReformReviewing your estate plan is crucial as tax laws change. Federal estate tax exemptions are set to drop in 2026. Learn how to prepare and optimize your estate strategy.
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Accommodating Higher Education in a Child Support AgreementNew York courts have the authority to direct non-custodial parents to pay for a child’s college education, whether in part or in full.
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Estate Planning for the LGBTQIA+ CommunityProper estate planning allows married same-sex couples to access all federal and state marriage benefits, including unlimited marital deductions for taxes.
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An Estate Planning Guide for Residents of Sheepshead Bay and Madison in BrooklynDiscover essential estate planning tips for Brooklyn families in Sheepshead Bay and Madison, including wills, trusts, healthcare directives, and protecting
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Estate Planning for All AgesEstate planning is for everyone, not just the elderly or wealthy. Learn how plans evolve through life stages to protect your loved ones and assets effectively.
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Dying Intestate or Without a WillLearn what to do if a loved one dies without a will. Understand intestate succession, probate, and how to handle estate administration effectively.
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Living Wills vs. the Medical Power of AttorneyLearn how living wills and medical power of attorney safeguard your health, values, and autonomy in case of incapacitation. Plan ahead to protect your wishes.