Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
After seeing a dip in the number of U.S. COVID-19 cases, cases are rising again and at an alarming rate. The devastation from the initial wave of COVID-19 is far from over, and now the country is reeling again as the disease’s deadlier cousin, the
What links Pablo Picasso, Jimi Hendrix, Abraham Lincoln, and Aretha Franklin? Not much, you’re probably thinking. They do, however, share one significant feature. They all died intestate, which implies they didn’t leave a will behind. Pablo Picasso died in 1973 at the age of 91,
Awareness surrounding the importance of asset protection soared during the COVID–19 pandemic. In particular, the Law Office of Inna Fershteyn saw a significant increase in clients who requested legal assistance with the intention of creating an asset protection plan. An Asset Protection Trust will ensure
As parents and guardians, seeing your children grow up so quickly can leave you forgetting about the importance of planning for their future health and well being. They’re young and have a great amount of time ahead of them, but what legal documents are needed
Are you trying to create an estate plan but have concerns regarding your citizenship status? You may not be the only one considering there are more than 45 million foreign-born individuals residing in the United States. While some have already acquired citizenship, millions of others
Many people have retirement plan accounts to which they contribute funds regularly. In the tragic case that the account owner dies before they are able to retire, it is imperative that their surviving spouse understands the rights they have to their partner’s retirement assets. Retirement
Living trusts, or revocable trusts, are often established to prevent the probate process over a loved one’s assets after they die. Colloquially, it is known as a “will substitute.” A will dictates the terms that go into effect right after you die. While a trust
On rare occasions, wills are challenged in court if the will does not follow necessary guidelines. In some cases, the will may not fulfill legal requirements such as a necessity for two present witnesses. In other cases, an individual may be able to prove that
It is important to live life with a present mindset. However, it is also important to be prepared for the future in case an unexpected event leads to sudden death. By creating a last will and testament, also called a living will, you will lift
Being prepared is a feeling that everyone wants to experience especially when you are about to plan major life decisions. Preparing before your initial consultation with an Estate Planning attorney will help the attorney create the best plan for you, and shorten this process for