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“If I have a Will, I avoid Probate, right?” This is a question I hear all too often and, unfortunately, the answer is more complicated then yes or no.  More

While it may be okay to hide your savings under the mattress, doing the same with your Will could have disastrous results. What happens if at the time of your death your Will cannot be found?  More

When thinking about estate planning, most of us would think first about drafting a last will and testament and perhaps a trust. What is often overlooked as part of the process though is making beneficiary designations.More

I am often asked about this topic by my clients, especially when they are alienated from and wish to More

A Last Will and Testament is perhaps the most important part of your estate plan. As you may already know, More

Many individuals grapple with the decision of whether to leave their assets to their adult children, More

When a loved one passes away, decisions must be made with respect to funeral arrangements and More

While leaving a specific gift sounds simple, a lot can change if you no longer own the item, replace it, More

What does it mean when you’ve been named as the executor of someone’s will? What are your responsibilities?More

A Living Will is a legal document in which you state your wishes regarding future health care. While New York State More

The practical reality of dealing with a loved one’s death is often a catalyst for clients to get their own affairs More

Clients always want to know about trusts: what they are, how they work and why thereMore