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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.
When most people living in New York turn 18, the state considers them to be adults, which means they are capable of and have the right to make their own decisions. Yet, if you have a child or other loved one who has an intellectual or developmental disability, that...
New York allows people to establish trusts, which can help control, manage or protect assets. While there are many different types, two of the main types are revocable and irrevocable trusts. The revocable trust has language saying that the grantor/creator may change...
Although you may not anticipate it happening to your family, inheritance issues are the cause of many family disputes. If you are ready to start planning your estate, preventing family conflict may be one of your goals. According to a recent survey, approximately 33%...
The estate planning process is complex and has many elements to consider. If you are in the early stages of estate planning, you might be considering a living will as part of your plan. While most people are familiar with traditional wills, a living will is different...
If you have yet to create your estate plan, you may think that once you start the process, the only document you need to create is a will. Although a will is the foundational part of most estate plans, there are other documents to consider, such as a financial power...
When your life is abundant with exciting new developments, it might feel natural to put off estate planning until much later down the road. However, your early adult years are actually the best time to begin writing your will, especially if you decide to start a...
At some point, you may need to consider guardianship for an adult in your life. Many people have to make this consideration for their parents as they age. But you cannot simply ask the court to give you control over another adult. You must prove that person is...
Estate plans are not static pieces of legislation. As their purpose is to accurately reflect your life at any given point in it, you should ensure that it actually gets updated frequently. But how do you know when it is time to review your plan to see if you need to...
Your vacation home may have become a beloved haven for you and your children, grandchildren and other family members to enjoy. As you make plans for how your estate will transfer after your death, you may worry that this special piece of property will no longer be...
Having to plan a funeral for a loved one is an emotional experience. Family members are often unprepared for this responsibility. Funeral planning contributes to the stress and sorrow of a loved one’s passing, and it can exacerbate family relationships that were...
