Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
Even with the most thought-out, thorough, detailed estate plan, failure to anticipate surprise heirs and challenges can completely throw your plans into disarray. Not considering the possibility of having a distant relative or an estranged child who can make a claim that challenges your decisions
New SNAP Work Requirements Take Effect: What ABAWDs in New York Must Know Thousands of individuals across New York and the tri-state area are now subject to stricter federal work requirements in order to continue receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The updated rules
For many New York and New Jersey residents, owning real estate outside their primary residence represents financial achievement and long-term security. Whether it is a second home in Florida, an investment property in Pennsylvania, or inherited property abroad, cross-border ownership is increasingly common. However, when
If you’re an undocumented immigrant living in New York, you may be feeling increasingly anxious about the threat of deportation. What was once a distant concern may now feel like an imminent reality—under the current administration, deportation rates have soared nationwide, with millions of individuals
Challenging a will can be a complex and difficult process. In New York, there are several grounds on which a will can be challenged or contested, and it is essential to be knowledgeable about all of them. A will may not meet its legal requirements,
President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) has passed the Republican-controlled House and is now awaiting a vote in the Senate. If enacted, the bill could have sweeping effects on Medicaid nationwide—particularly in states like New York, where a large portion of the
Introduction Whether it be unexpected lawsuits, business disputes, or real estate liabilities, living in a fast- paced, high-stakes city like New York exposes your wealth to a wide range of risks. In such an environment, staying one step ahead is key: no matter your profession,
Divorces can take emotional and financial tolls which involved parties want to avoid as much as possible. Divorce can be a complicated legal procedure, but an important aspect to consider before the divorce is your assets. By reviewing your assets, you can take steps to
The spotlight on Britney Spears’ fight to end her conservatorship has turned a public eye on a fraught and urgent situation. The pop star requested to end the ostensibly oppressive legal arrangement under which her father controls all of her finances and personhood. For the
Jail Time: It is very possible that a Medicaid fraud conviction can bring about a jail sentence. Fines: If convicted you must pay a sizable fine. Probation: Those convicted will have to abide by all probationary requirements, which usually include regularly attending probation meetings. Restitution: