When you die without an estate plan in place, the government steps in to decide what happens to the assets you've worked so hard to accumulate. We've created this free article library to provide helpful information about the benefits of estate planning and what steps you can take today to ensure you and your loved ones are protected no matter what the future holds. Contact our office to learn more about creating an estate plan that fits your unique needs.
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How to Protect Your Heirs From Getting Too Much Too SoonA spendthrift trust or special needs trust could help a New York beneficiary receive critical support without jeopardizing their inheritance.
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Creating a Comprehensive Estate Plan to Protect Your Health and WealthA properly structured estate plan could not only spare your loved ones from the perils of intestate succession but give you more autonomy while you are still alive.
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Don’t Forget to Update Your Estate Plan After a DivorceLeaving an ex-spouse in charge of your estate can cause huge problems for your family when you pass away. Talk to an attorney about updating your estate plan.
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Listen to our latest radio interview about Elder Law and the services we provide.Talking about Elder Law and Estate Planning
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What You Need to Know About Being Appointed a TrusteeServing as a trustee is an honor, but also a responsibility with a significant time investment. Be sure to talk to an attorney so you know what is required.
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You Need to Talk With Your Parents About the Importance of Estate PlanningHaving a chat about death and financial planning may not be pleasant, but it is critically important to have this talk with your parents early.
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Using Advance Directives for Medical Care and Estate PlanningAdvance directives help ensure your wishes and beliefs are honored in a sudden medical crisis. Learn how our estate planning attorney can help.
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Using a Letter of Instruction as a Companion to Your WillA Last Will & Testament isn’t the only document you should leave to your family. For additional peace of mind, a letter of instruction makes your wishes known.
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Don't forget to fund your revocable living trustA revocable trust is useless if it isn't funded. This guide offers some helpful tips on funding a revocable living trust, and why its important.
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What You Need to Know Before Drafting Healthcare DirectivesIn the event of a sudden decline in health, advanced healthcare directives let doctors and medical staff know what kind of treatment you do and don’t want.
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Your Spouse May Not Get Everything When You're GoneDon't assume that everything will go to your spouse when you are gone. Married couples need to plan their estates, and there are many reasons to do so.
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How Estate Planning Can Help You Qualify for Medicaid for Long Term CareEstate planning, Medicaid, Long-term Care, Trusts, Irrevocable trusts