The estate planning process can be intimidating, especially to someone who has never talked to a lawyer before. For a lot of people, talking to an estate planning attorney is the first experience they’ve had with the legal process. Because of this, a lot of people might not know many of the basic concepts that your attorney might take for granted. If you’re beginning the estate planning process, it’s a good idea to take a little time to familiarize yourself with some essential legal ideas. … [Read more...] about Essential Legal Concepts to Learn Before You Start Estate Planning
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Practical Tip to Consider Before Making a Will
When people in the Finger Lakes region of New York talk to an estate planning lawyer about creating a last will and testament, there are several important decisions they will have to make. Even though your lawyer will guide you through the process of making a will that complies with the laws of the state of New York, it’s up to you to make the key decisions. No one can force you to make any decision when you make a will, but there are some tips you can use to help guide you through the process … [Read more...] about Practical Tip to Consider Before Making a Will
Who Needs to Worry About Incapacity Planning?
Estate planning is about anticipating the things that will happen, as well as planning for events that might happen, such as incapacity. But what is incapacity? How do you plan for it, and who needs to worry about? In general, every capable adult should think about creating an incapacity plan that will apply should you one day lose your ability to make your own choices. In practice, most people who become incapacitated are elderly, though it can happen at any age. But whether you are near … [Read more...] about Who Needs to Worry About Incapacity Planning?
Elder Law in Rochester: Some Common Mistakes
Elder law in Rochester New York is not a topic a lot of people know a lot about, and even some attorneys who do not have experience in this field can make some fairly basic mistakes. Elderly people who have questions about estate planning or elder law issues need to speak to an attorney who deals with these kinds of questions on a daily basis. Failing to receive the proper advice can lead to some common, and often serious, mistakes. Elder Law in Rochester Mistake 1: Improper Medicaid … [Read more...] about Elder Law in Rochester: Some Common Mistakes
Family Benefits of Incapacity Planning
When we talk to clients about incapacity planning, we often highlight the benefits that developing a plan will have for your family. The idea of losing your ability to communicate is never a pleasant thought, but understanding the practical realities that can arise after this occurs is often enough to cause people to develop a plan. If you have yet to begin incapacity planning, you might want to consider what will happen to you and your family should you lose your ability to make … [Read more...] about Family Benefits of Incapacity Planning
