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We are pleased to announce the reopening of our White Plains office location for in-office meetings. We are following the applicable New York State regulations for Phase 2 re-openings. These regulations limit in-person gatherings, so although we will hold a select number of in-person meetings, we will continue to encourage telephone and video-conference meetings whenever possible. We have implemented health and safety procedures for all staff, as well as those clients who come into the office. Please click here for in-office meeting procedures.
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If you are like most people, death is not an easy conversation to have. It is tough when you're having that conversation with your adult children. Death is an uncomfortable topic, but it benefits the whole family if you have a conversation with them about your estate...
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