Changing a Will: When Should I Do It?

We recently had a client come in to change his last will. Although he had not originally intended to make any modifications to his will, some major life changes had recently occurred in his life that made it necessary to change the will. ​​Updating a Read More …

5 Commonly Asked Questions – NY Elder Law Attorney

The prospect of aging can be quite a stressful experience, as it is time to consider plans for your future. Granted the likelihood of aging, an individual should begin considering legal guidance in support of the actions associated with retirement and potential Long -Term Care. Read More …

10 Elder Care planning steps to take if you are turning 65 this year

10 Elder Care planning steps to take if you are turning 65 this year Steps 1-2: Social Security and Medicare Enrollment The first and most important step in Elder Care planning is to begin planning ahead for social security, followed by the second step of Read More …

It is Never too Early to Begin Elder Care Planning!

Top 5 Reasons for Elder Law Planning 1)Specified Plan of Action for the Elderly Population: An Elder Law Attorney primarily focuses on the specific needs of seniors. In prioritizing the requirements of the elderly population, an elder care attorney will assist in the legal process Read More …

2020 Election- Impacts on Elder Care Planning

The Presidential election of 2020, an event that we have all been greatly looking forward to, is not only a race between Democratic and Republican candidates, rather it is a turning page in healthcare. The current president Donald Trump and the Republican led White House Read More …

Goodbye to the Stretch IRA? What You Need to Know About the SECURE Act

What is the Stretch IRA? The term Stretch IRA refers to the ability of IRA beneficiaries to stretch distributions that have been inherited from the IRA over a lifetime. This is a definite advantage to the beneficiary, as it allows the account to continuously grow Read More …

Coronavirus Scams Targeting the Elderly

If you work in the caregiving industry, you may already have heard about the various online scams that target senior citizens and have taken the steps necessary to inform your elderly loved ones for their protection. As the United States grapples with the ongoing COVID-19 Read More …

Why A Health Care Proxy Is Critical Right Now Amid Spike In COVID-19 Related Elderly Deaths

While much of the global conversation regarding the COVID-19 pandemic has revolved around how to slow its spread, it’s important to be prepared for the possibility of serious illness that can ultimately result in incapacitation or even death. That being said, this pandemic provides an Read More …

Do I Need An Elder Law Attorney

While “elder law” may not be the first thing to come to mind when hearing the word “attorney,” the need for attorneys in this field of law is undeniable. As most people approach retirement, they begin to spend more time thinking about how they’ll be Read More …

COVID-19: Emergency Estate Planning/Elder Care

In the midst of one of the deadliest pandemics in modern American history, it is no surprise that many people are scrambling to complete their estate planning in case the unthinkable happens. With most attorneys’ offices closed due to government mandates, however, the traditional form Read More …