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If you have questions about family law or asset protection strategies in New York, we’re here to help. Browse our FAQs to learn about child custody, spousal support, estate planning, long-term care planning, and more. Then, contact our office to schedule a consultation to discuss how Alatsas Law Firm can help you find a way to move forward with confidence.

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How can I make sure my healthcare wishes are upheld in New York?

Category: Health Care Proxy and Medical Directives
Why should I choose a trust instead of a will?

Category: Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts | Estate planning terms | Avoiding Probate - The Revocable Living Trust | The Last Will and Testament
Can I Gift My Inheritance Now? A Brooklyn Attorney’s Guide to Living Gifts and Estate Planning

Category: Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts
Which is better Revocable or Irrevocable Trust?

Category: Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts | Avoiding Probate - The Revocable Living Trust
What Disqualifies You From Medicaid?

Category: Elder Law | Medicaid Planning | Medicaid Asset Protection Trust Plan | Long-Term Care Planning
What's the most effective way to handle a family dispute over an estate in Brooklyn?

Category: Probate, Estate & Trust Administration | New York Probate | New York Administration Proceedings
Can I Gift $50,000 to My Daughter Tax-Free? What You Need to Know About NY Estate and Tax Rules

Category: Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts
When Does a Revocable Trust Become Irrevocable?

Category: Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts | Avoiding Probate - The Revocable Living Trust
Can Alatsas Law Firm Handle Both Contested and Uncontested Divorce Cases in Brooklyn and Queens?

Category: Divorce & Family Law (Contested & Uncontested) | Uncontested Divorce | Contested Divorce
How Does the IRS Know If You Give a Gift?

Category: Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts
What's Involved in Setting Up an LLC for Asset Protection in New York

Category: Asset Protection | Business Succession Planning | Limited Liability Company (LLC) Formation
How Does Estate Planning Differ If I Own Property Outside of New York?

Category: Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts | Estate planning terms | Avoiding Probate - The Revocable Living Trust | The Last Will and Testament

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Alatsas Law Firm serves families throughout Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. Whether you're concerned about nursing home costs, want to avoid probate, or need help creating a plan to leave a legacy for your loved ones, attorney Ted Alatsas is here to provide the compassionate, knowledgeable legal counsel you deserve. Schedule your free consultation today.

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