What Should Be Included in an Estate Plan in New York?
Estate planning is the process of arranging, in advance, the management and disbursement of a person’s estate during that person’s life (if he or she becomes incapacitated) and after death. You may not think you have an “estate,” but your estate is made up of everything you own—your vehicle, home (and everything in it), other […]
What Should Be Included in My Will?
While no one likes to think about what will happen when they die, the importance of creating a last will and testament cannot be overstated. A will is a document that legally establishes what you want to occur in the event of your death, including the division of your property and assets among your heirs. […]
Family Healthcare Decision Act In The Absence Of A Healthcare Proxy
When an elderly person is unable to manage his or her finances, daily necessities, and medical treatment, but refuses to execute a power of attorney or health care proxy to appoint an agent to assist him or her, a guardianship proceeding may be necessary. However, in regard to health decisions where there is no health […]
Can You Successfully Contest A Will?
On behalf of Marcel Sager of posted in Probate Litigation on Saturday, February 3, 2018. If you are an heir listed on someone else’s will, you may have previously been told a little bit about what to expect. If not, there is a chance that your loved one made important decisions without adequate council or were confused perhaps, about […]
Family Healthcare Decision Act in the Absence of a Healthcare Proxy
When an elderly person is unable to manage his or her finances, daily necessities, and medical treatment, but refuses to execute a power of attorney or health care proxy to appoint an agent to assist him or her, a guardianship proceeding may be necessary. However, in regard to health decisions where there is no health […]
What Types of Wills Do NY Courts Recognize as Valid?
A Brooklyn wills attorney can help ensure you comply with all legal requirements to create a valid will. The most common type of will is in writing and signed by the testator (person making the will), using his or her own name or is signed by another person under his or her direction. There must […]
What Legal Instruments Assist You with Elder Care Planning?
Elder care involves planning for long-term care and putting decisions in place in the event that you reach a point when you can no longer manage your own affairs or make decisions about health care. An experienced elder law attorney can help you consider options and draft the documentation. The New York State Health Care […]