For an Estate Planning
Our Elder Law attorneys represent parties in all aspects of litigation involving guardianship, living wills, trusts, and estates.
Our knowledge and experience enables us to handle the many complicated matters that people face in their golden years as well as end-of-life issues.
Recognized for their extensive experience, our Estate attorneys are also appointed by the courts as guardians, trustees or administrators.
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call 732-382-6070 or contact us online.
Customized estate planning strategies for individuals, families, and seniors are designed to carry out the wishes of our clients for management and distribution of assets during their lifetimes or after death.
Second Marriages
Civil Union Partnerships
Irrevocable & Grantor Trusts
Life Insurance Trusts
Tax & Gift Tax Planning
Special Needs Trust
Spendthrift Trusts
Durable Powers of Attorney
Living Wills/Health Directives
Medicaid Eligibility
With a thorough analysis of assets and needs, we help our clients take advantage of innovative methods of asset protection taking into account inheritance tax law, property rights, and the special needs of beneficiaries.
Trusts may be needed to protect and contral an inheritance for minor children. Disabled beneficiaries, or beneficiaries living in nursing homes or receiving public benefits may require Special Needs Trusts that can protect benefits for a person with disabilities. When court approval is required, we will pursue the necessary action for you.
Guardianship
If a person is over 18 and is incapable of managing his or her own affairs due to medical or physical incapacity, it may be necessary for someone to be appointed as his or her legal Guardian. This requires court proceedings in the county where the incapacitated person resides. The court can also enter protective arrangements such as creation of Special Needs Trusts, change of residence, or Medicaid eligibility plans when needed. If a Guardianship was put in place in another state and the person is moving to New Jersey, there will also be a need for special proceedings. Our 5 Elder Law attorneys represent parties in guardianship matters throughout the state of New Jersey.
If a trust is inadequate or needs to be established, we seek court approval. Our knowledge and experience enables us to handle the many complicated matters that people face in their golden years as well as end-of-life issues.
Probate and Estate Administration
| Probate Last Will & Testament Inheritance & Estate Taxes Accounting & Distribution |
Appointment as Executor, Trustee or Guardian Administration of Estates & Trusts |
December 2010
Beth Barnhard, Esq. has joined the Firm as an associate. Her practice includes probate and estate administration.
The legal process by which a Will is filed with the County Surrogate is called Probate. To ensure that the Estate and Inheritance Tax returns (if required) are filed properly and the deceased’s assets are distributed correctly, it is important to have experienced management and guidance.
When a person dies without a will (Intestate), an Administrator is appointed for the estate. It is the Administrator’s job to determine the assets owned by the deceased at the time of death; the bills and liabilities left by the deceased; and the claims made against the deceased or the estate.
We advise you on the proper procedures for administering an estate; and we help you to manage the burdensome details. Recognized for their extensive experience, our Estate attorneys are also appointed by the courts as guardians, trustees or administrators.