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| AREAS OF PRACTICE Elder Law Family Law & Mediation Social Security Disability Estate Planning & Administration Real Estate Transactions Business Organizations |
| Wills and Trusts *Private Annunities Family Limited Partnerships Life Insurance Trusts Estate and *Gift Tax Planning | Living Trusts Durable Powers of Attorney Living Wills *Retirement Benefit Planning |
Preserving family assets when a parent has to go into a nursing home is only one of the important strategies to consider in estate planning. Without a will and proper planning, inheritance and tax issues can add undue stress to family relationships
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.
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.
Cases involving 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, and if needed, we pursue court approval or amendment of trust.
| Probate Last Will & Testament Inheritance & Estate Taxes Accounting & Distribution | Appointment as Executor, Trustee or Guardian Administration of Estates & Trusts |
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.
Recognized for their extensive experience, our Estate attorneys are appointed as guardians, trustees or administrators by the courts.
| Contested and Uncontested Guardianships Will and Trust Reformations Will and Trust Disputes |
Our firm represents 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.
The information you obtain at this site is not, nor is it intended to be, legal advice. You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
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