Our estate planning and elder law legal library covers a variety of topics, from wills and trusts to paying for assisted living and nursing home care. Get the information you need from a source you can trust—experienced New York City estate planning attorneys. We believe everyone should have access to the facts so they can make important decisions to protect their families. Get your questions answered here.
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How Retirement Accounts Affect an Estate Plan in NY Always consult with an estate planning attorney before retitling an IRA, 401k, or another retirement plan into the name of your revocable living trust. -
Life Care Planning During the Estate Plan Process Our elder law attorneys address practical ways to protect you and your family in later life, including what happens if you are incapacitated. -
How Different Forms of Ownership Affect Probate in New York New York residents may be able to avoid the probate process by adding owners on the deeds to their homes or naming beneficiaries on bank accounts. -
Common Types of Errors and Ambiguities in a Will in New York Could your wishes be misinterpreted after your death? Discover the most common errors and ambiguities in a will and how to correct them effectively. -
Common Mistakes Made by Trust Administrators in New York Trustees can make mistakes ranging from simple oversight to intentional misappropriation of funds. Discover common errors trust administrators make. -
Cost Benefits of Hiring a New York Elder Law Attorney An elder law attorney can protect wealth and assets, ensure eligibility for public benefits, and give seniors peace of mind about their future care. -
Why You Need an Attorney to Help With Medicaid Planning Medicaid can alleviate the burden of paying for nursing home care, but the program's rules are quite complex. An attorney can help you get approved. -
What to Do if Your Parent Excluded You From a Will Learning you have been excluded from your parent's will is upsetting, but New York law does allow you to contest the disinheritance. -
An Overview of the Probate Process in New York If you've been named the executor of an estate, it's important to make sure you understand the probate process in New York. -
How to Protect Your Children With an Estate Plan A properly prepared estate plan ensures that your children will be provided for no matter what the future holds.