What is the Probate and How Can It Be Avoided Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic?

What is Probate? Probate is the process of proving the validity of a decedent’s Last Will and Testament in the Surrogate Court. The probate process only takes place after the decedent passes away, and can be a very complex legal proceeding that may take up Read More …

4 Reasons to Review Your Will

A will is an extremely important document that dictates your plans in regards to your medical healthcare and your financial care in terms of your assets once you become incapacitated and are unable to make decisions for yourself. If you have already created your will, Read More …

Can my will still be valid if I move to another state?

A will is a legal document that serves to outline your wishes in regards to how you would like your children to be cared for and the distribution of your assets upon your death. This document is imperative in guaranteeing that your wishes and best Read More …

What are some things you can and can’t do as a designated Power of Attorney in NY?

A power of attorney gives an individual the right to act on your behalf. There are four types of power of attorney documents. These include General Power of Attorney, which means the document comes to a close when the principal becomes incapacitated, revokes the agent Read More …

What Can I Do If The Executor of the Will does not follow the Decedent’s wishes?

As individuals continue to age they are encouraged to consider creating a plan for their future that entails exactly how they would prefer their assets and loved ones cared for in the case of their passing. A will is a legal document that serves to Read More …

Breaking News: “They are dying alone”: Why a healthcare proxy and power of attorney is a MUST for your parents During COVID-19 Pandemic?

It’s February 1, 2020.  New York is in the midst of the Northeastern Blizzard of 2021 and the state of emergency has been declared.  We are also in the midst of the deadly 2nd wave of Covid-19: 150-200 New Yorkers dying daily.  They are dying Read More …

What will happen if you don’t have an estate plan?

An estate plan is key to guaranteeing that all of your best interests are met when the time comes. The very first step to planning for your future pertains to making the decision to create an estate plan. This plan typically includes drafting a will, Read More …

Can You Change or Cancel an Existing Will in NY?

A will is a legal document that serves to outline your wishes in regards to how you would like your children to be cared for and the distribution of your assets upon your death. This document is imperative in guaranteeing that your wishes and best Read More …

How Your Stimulus Check Affects Medicaid Eligibility in NY?

The Covid-19 pandemic has been extremely detrimental not only to the wellbeing and health of the public, but has enhanced financial strain among a great extent of the population. Due to safety measures taken to prevent the spread of the pandemic many people are unable Read More …