Typically, executors are entitled to receive reasonable monetary compensation reimbursing them for their time and... [Read more...]
Former Stray Turned Millionaire Thanks To Wealthy Owner
It sounds like the plot for a novel or movie. A homeless wanderer leaves a... [Read more...]
New York’s Laws on Executors: Part 1 of 3
By drafting a written will, you can appoint an individual to carry out the provisions... [Read more...]
Post-Divorce Estate Planning: Part 3 of 3
Previously, we discussed the New York legislature's enactment of default post-divorce probate statutes. These rules... [Read more...]
Post-Divorce Estate Planning: Part 2 of 3
Although New York law may revoke any prior bequests to your former spouse in an unchanged... [Read more...]
Post-Divorce Estate Planning: Part 1 of 3
The U.S. Census Bureau reported that as of 2009, more than 50 percent of first... [Read more...]
Special Needs Planning: Part III of III
Your estate planning attorney can help you draft a special needs trust for the benefit of... [Read more...]
Special Needs Planning: Part II of III
Why would you want to draft a special needs trust for your disabled child? By... [Read more...]
Special Needs Planning: Part I of III
Special needs planning is often a part of a parent or other family member’s estate... [Read more...]
Your Will Should Not Include Your Health Care Directives
Not only should you ask an attorney to help you draft a health care directive,... [Read more...]
Types of Joint Property
By drafting a written will, you are taking an important step to ensure that your... [Read more...]
What is a Revocable Living Trust?
A revocable living trust is a legal document that allows you to avoid probate if... [Read more...]
