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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DNR Orders Protect You When You’re Incapacitated, but You Still Need an Estate PlanDo-not-resuscitate orders give you an opportunity to make an informed decision about your health. However, these documents can’t replace an estate plan.
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Mistakes to Avoid When Setting up an Asset Protection TrustAsset protection trusts could help you keep assets safe from creditors or protect your Medicaid eligibility. Our lawyers explain pitfalls to avoid.
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What to Know About Irrevocable Life Insurance TrustsAn irrevocable life insurance trust is a powerful tool to keep estate taxes low and can offer a wide range of advantages. Our NY attorneys explain.
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New York Musicians: Copyright Complexities Could Affect Your Estate PlanMusicians share many estate concerns with other New Yorkers, but complex and industry-specific copyright laws often require more creative solutions.
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Here’s What You Can’t Skip on Your Estate Planning ChecklistPutting together an estate planning checklist can be difficult, especially if you don’t know where to start. Here’s what your New York estate plan needs.
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What Artists Need to Know About Making an Estate PlanProfessional artists and passionate hobbyists often need to pay extra attention to the details of their estate plans, which may be more complex than expected.
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How New York’s Estate Tax Laws Can Make Inheritance ComplicatedIf you want to leave family members an inheritance, it’s important to understand New York’s tax laws and the difference between inheritance tax and estate tax.
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New York State’s High Estate Tax May Affect Your Estate PlanNew York’s estate tax only applies to estates that surpass a certain financial threshold. Our attorneys discuss those that do and why tax rates can be so high.
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Brooklyn Trust Attorney - Free ConsultationsCreating a comprehensive estate plan may include a trust. Our Brooklyn trust attorney discusses how this strategy could help keep your estate out of probate.
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New York Estate Planning Lawyers Discuss Options to Protect Your Art CollectionOur NY estate planning lawyers represent art collectors who want to plan for the future of their collections. Here, learn more about your options.