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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Why Having a Will is ImportantMany Americans feel they do not have enough assets to deem a will necessary, but unless you are destitute, you probably own a lot more than you think.
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Who is in Charge of Settling an Estate When a Will is Not Present?Once probate is underway, the named executor will take the necessary steps to complete probate and notify beneficiaries named in the will.
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Helping Your Family With a Prepaid Funeral PlanWhen an individual passes away without a funeral plan, responsibility for arranging the funeral often falls on the deceased’s close family members, such as surviving spouses and children.
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How to Amend Your Estate PlanIt is a mistake to think that a complete estate plan needs no further action after a spouse’s passing. Having a spouse pass away is a challenging life event emotionally, mentally, and financially.
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How You Share Your Assets With Your Children is Up to YouIf you have more than one child, you’ve probably wondered if you should leave each of your children the same amount in your will or trust. For many families, the “Equality Principle” rules and every child receives the same inheritance.
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Discussing Your Parent’s Financial FutureYou shouldn't put off talking about finances with your parent if he or she is already experiencing cognitive decline.
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Having a Conversation with Family About End-of-Life CareWhile it is sobering to have open and honest discussions with family members about your mortality, it is prudent. Our family law attorney explains more
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Memory Makers: Your Personal PossessionsDid you know that personal items are typically not included in your will or trust? Our estate planning attorney explains how to protect personal possessions
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The Importance of a WillLearn how in the absence of a will, the state determines who inherits assets that may end up in the hands of someone you do not wish to receive your property.
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Am I Required to Leave Everything to My Children Equally?If you are considering how to leave property to your children, it's clear that the best policy would be to divide everything equally. Our estate lawyer explains
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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