Should the unthinkable happen, you want to rest assured that minor children in your care have a kind and loving guardian to take over parental duties. As explained by U.S. News & World Report, selecting a guardian is a major aspect of estate planning, one that...
PLEASE NOTE: We are able to fully assist you during these difficult times. We are offering our clients and prospective clients the ability to meet with us via telephone or through video conferencing. Please call our office at 914-948-1500 so that we may assist you.
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.
How does a guardianship work?
You could ask for guardianship over a child or another adult. The court process for securing such an arrangement is complex as the court must ensure it is in the best interests of the person who you wish to place under guardianship. According to the New York State...
What should I consider when naming a guardian for my kids?
As a parent, you should make sure that you plan for the unfortunate event of your death. If you fail to plan, your child could end up in the foster care system, separated from the people who love him or her. The best way to plan is to name a guardian in your will. The...
Understanding guardianships for an incapacitated adult
It is never easy to face the litany of challenges that arise if a loved one becomes incapacitated. For New Yorkers who are confronted by this issue, it may have occurred suddenly or been part of an incremental decline due to a medical condition or illness. Regardless,...
Seeking guardianship of a parent with declining health
Even though there is no way to stop the aging process, it is still difficult for you to see your parent reach their final years like any other New York resident. You have made it to this point without experiencing any major medical issues with your parent or parents;...
Choosing a guardian for minor children an important task for new parents
New parents in White Plains are overjoyed with their baby and excited about their future together. Their lives have changed dramatically in just a few months and their world now revolves around their new bundle of joy. With all the preparing that went into the birth...
Appointing a guardian helps protect adults in need of care
Generally, anyone 18 years of age or older is considered to be a legal adult and therefore is considered capable of making their own decisions. However, there are many adults in the state of New York who are not able to make these decisions or care for themselves....
How can a guardianship help take care of a loved one?
Guardianships are a valuable legal tool to be familiar with when a loved one is unable to care for themselves. A guardianship is a legal relationship created by the court when a trusted individual is appointed to act as a guardian for a loved one who is no longer able...
Consider guardianship for adults with developmental disabilities
Those living in New York with a family member who has a developmental disability already likely know about the special considerations involved in caring for someone with a disability. Even with excellent support in place, those with developmental disabilities may not...
