Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
When deciding on where you want your assets to go after death, it is common for people to think of their loved ones first. The process of transferring your assets to your family usually happens smoothly and runs into no problems. However, for loved ones
Throughout the years, we have seen new waves of technological advancements in investing on the internet. In the past few years, a vast amount of people have invested in digital assets. Digital assets are anything that is digital, has value, and can be identifiable. This
When a loved one passes away, the last thing anyone wants to think about is money. Unfortunately, just because someone passes away, it does not necessarily mean that their debt also goes away. But where does this debt go? Technically, debts cannot be inherited-but some
When caring for someone with dementia, it can be heartbreaking to see the symptoms of this cognitive disease to wear down your family member. Dementia gradually takes their mental capabilities such as their memory and ability to communicate which ultimately will affect their physical abilities.
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
When you start estate planning, you decide who you want to inherit your assets and who can make medical and financial decisions on your behalf. People without children or heirs tend to leave their assets to their favorite charities. However, anyone can leave any portion
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