Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
Talking about death and money is an uncomfortable topic for many- especially when both are in the same conversation. It is common that people avoid talking about wills to their families and that they don’t know until the family member has already passed. However, it
In many households, parents care for and form unique bonds with children that are not theirs biologically, such as adopted children and stepchildren. Families may have a blend of biological children, adopted children, and stepchildren in one household. Therefore, it is essential to understand the
Having a trust is essential for comprehensive estate planning protection. However, if you are married, you will need to be more mindful of how you want to take care of your family. In your estate planning, you must decide if you want to do one
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic causing an uprising of interest in estate plans, there was a survey in 2022 that found that only about 33% of Americans have an established will. An established estate plan does not only save time and money for your loved ones
All families experience conflicts, but if it is to a particularly severe extent, you may not want one of your children to reap the benefits of your estate. There are different strategies for handling an estranged child in your estate plan. Based on the level
Being an executor of an estate can prove to be a particularly time-consuming responsibility. While a standard simple estate may only take a few months to probate, larger complicated ones with problems can last for years. If you are agreeing to the role of executor,
An inheritance is money you leave behind for specific individuals in your will. If you have children, it is likely a significant portion of your will is going to be devoted to leaving them your assets. While it is common to leave an equal share,
Estate planning is the process of legally deciding how your assets will be distributed in the event of your death. This is important to set up well in advance because you want as much say as possible. The sooner you start estate planning, the more
Estate planning is an important and necessary step in ensuring you and your loved ones are taken care of in the future. A Last Will and Testament is one of the documents that many individuals choose to draft as part of their estate plan. In
When drafting a will, it is crucial that you name an Executor. An Executor is a personal representative of your estate. The primary responsibilities of an Executor include probating your will, collecting any of your assets, protecting your property until any debts and taxes have