Our attorneys share their many years of estate planning, elder law, and estate litigation experience in their blog posts. They cover a range of topics, including when you should revisit an estate plan, how you can help an aging loved one make important decisions, when you may need to go to court to enforce a loved one’s will, and much more. Follow our blog to stay informed!
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The Risks of Leaving Unequal Inheritances to Your ChildrenLearn how to handle unequal inheritances for your children. A New York estate planning lawyer shares legal tips to avoid conflict and protect your wishes.
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Why a Springing Power of Attorney Isn’t Right for EveryoneUnderstand springing power of attorney in New York, how it activates, its benefits and risks, and when an elder law attorney can help protect your interests.
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Leveraging Dynasty Trusts to Minimize Taxes and Avoid Legal WoesA Brooklyn estate planning lawyer explains how dynasty trusts work, their long-term benefits, and how they help protect your family's wealth for generations.
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Using Annuities to Help Protect Your Medicaid EligibilityLearn how Medicaid-compliant annuities help New York seniors protect assets, meet Medicaid eligibility, and plan for long-term care with expert guidance.
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What to Know About Obtaining a Death Certificate in NYCLearn how to obtain a certified death certificate in NYC, including eligibility, application methods, & required documentation for legal and personal purposes.
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NY Gun Trusts: They Keep Your Collection Out of Probate and Offer Other AdvantagesOur attorneys explain how gun trusts are used to protect NFA-regulated firearms for the next generation and spare heirs the frustration of NY’s strict statutes.
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A Family Limited Partnership Offers Big Benefits but Comes With RisksFamily limited partnerships offer an excellent opportunity to invest in an inheritance while driving down taxes, but they can be risky. Our NY lawyers explain.
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Strategies to Keep Your Federal and State Estate Tax Burden to a MinimumEstate taxes can take up to 40% of the value of a high-net-worth estate. Our NY estate planning attorneys discuss options to keep your obligations to a minimum.
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5 Important Questions to Ask Our NY Lawyers About Writing a WillThere are 5 important questions to ask your estate planning attorney when writing a will. Our NY lawyers explain more about how to protect your wishes.
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Medicaid Myths: Separating Fact From FictionIf you need Medicaid for long-term care, it’s important that you know what’s true about Medicaid and what’s myth. Our NY elder law attorney explains.