For many Americans, the family home is their most valued asset. If you wish to protect and preserve the integrity of your home for generations to come, Estate Planning can be a prudent strategy for ensuring your wishes are honored upon your death. If
While Estate Planning is often associated with an older demographic, it is never too soon to start planning for the future. Establishing a comprehensive Estate Plan is particularly beneficial for young professionals who are seeking to accumu
It's easy to overlook the potential impact of estate planning, but if you've ever been party to a probate estate where someone didn't do any estate planning, you've seen the havoc this can cause. By taking some time in advance and communicating with a
Creating a trust gives you more control and flexibility over the estate planning process, but not all trusts are created equal. As you may learn from working directly with your estate planning attorney, various types of trusts may be used to help you acco
Numerous estate planning changes may be required after you get a divorce. Some of these may occur automatically but it is a mistake to assume that all of these will be updated immediately without additional provisions. Any separation agreement in New Y
Plenty of artists and art collectors call New York City home. As an artist, you might have many different pieces that must be accounted for in your estate plan. Similarly, as a collector, there are unique considerations that influence the transfer of thes
One recent study highlights just how important it is for women to be in touch with their assets, liabilities and estate plan. The Fidelity Investments 2023 Financial Resolutions Study set found that women are more likely than men to explain their relation
There are many reasons why someone might not think about estate planning or take proactive steps to support estate planning in New York. Unfortunately, failing to plan makes it difficult to ensure that your wishes are honored. A sudden diagnosis or accide
Have you ever wanted to ask an experienced estate planning and elder law attorney anything about their areas of practice—and get answers for free? You could ask about: Wills and trusts; How to get assistance from Medicaid to pay for nursing hom
Creating a durable power of attorney is important for the creator to protect their decision making abilities and document what is most important to them. In order to prevent the possibility of someone alleging that a power of attorney is invalid due to la
