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 ChildrenUnequal inheritances can lead to family disputes. Understand the risks, benefits, and strategies to protect your estate and legacy.
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Why a Springing Power of Attorney Isn’t Right for EveryoneLearn about springing powers of attorney in NY, their benefits, risks, and how they differ from durable and general POAs.
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Leveraging Dynasty Trusts to Minimize Taxes and Avoid Legal WoesDynasty trusts can facilitate a multi-generational wealth transfer, but they come with disadvantages that require careful consideration.
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Using Annuities to Help Protect Your Medicaid EligibilityMedicaid-compliant annuities can help you meet asset limits for long-term care eligibility while helping to protect your wealth in retirement.
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What to Know About Obtaining a Death Certificate in NYCOur New York estate planning attorneys explain how to get a death certificate and why you need one for probate.
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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.