Losing a loved one is never easy—especially when you’ve been tasked with settling their estate. Follow our blog to learn more about the New York probate, estate, and trust administration process, then contact our office to schedule a consultation.
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A Trust Can Be a Great Tool in Your Estate Planning Tool Kit.There are many types of trusts, but they all establish a financial arrangement between three parties: the trustor(s), the trustee(s), and the beneficiary(ies).
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Choosing the right executor : "Gladiator" - A cautionary taleAcademy Award winning film tells the story of an executor meeting multiple challenges in enforcing the terms of a last will and testament.
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Why a Health Care Proxy is an important part of an Estate PlanHealth Care proxy, medical directive, estate planning
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Probate delays highlight the benefits of a TrustRecent probate court delays confirm the benefits of a living trust
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November is Alzheimer's Awareness Month - Long Term Care Planning can Preserve your assets, Provide you Help and Protect your Future.Alzheimer's; Long term care needs; planning for long term care
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How and Why to Value Antiques and Collectibles During ProbateCollectibles and antiques often have more than just sentimental value. A proper appraisal is crucial to the probate process when handling a loved one’s estate.
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Social Security recipients to get a big increase in 2022Social Security Gets Large Boost, NY Medicare Attorney explains.
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“For the 99.5% Act” and its Impact on Estate PlanningSenators Jimmy Gomez and Bernie Sanders introduced a new bill to congress on March 25th, 2021 called “For the 99.5% Act”.
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Do You Have a Personal Property Memorandum?When a parent dies, family members often end up arguing over mom or dad’s favorite items.
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Your "Simple Will" May Simply Not Be Good EnoughA will is a part of an estate plan, but it doesn't cover everything. When is a will not enough?
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Dealing With Ancillary Estate Proceedings in New YorkWhen someone with property in New York passes away in another state, probate may be complicated by ancillary estate proceedings. Learn how we can help.
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How might estates be affected under proposed changes to Estate tax rules?The Biden Administration may make meaningful changes to the tax treatment of assets in estates, affecting many estates.