When you want to dig a little deeper into the options you have in New York state for protecting your assets and providing for your family, take a look at the articles in our estate planning library. We provide in-depth information about the importance of certain estate planning tools and what you should be thinking about at each stage of your life to prepare for the eventuality of your death or incapacitation.
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Why International Couples Can’t Afford to Overlook Their Estate PlansNon-U.S. citizen spouses have most of the same inheritance rights as American citizens, but they could lose big when it comes to the federal estate tax.
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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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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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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.
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Making Changes to Your New York WillIf you need to change your will, you don’t want to make handwritten corrections to the original document. Our New York attorneys explain the correct steps.
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Why You Need a Spendthrift TrustIf you want to leave assets to a beneficiary who doesn’t handle money well, create an asset protection trust or spendthrift trust. Our NY attorney explains.