Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
For almost two years now, the world we live in has been impacted greatly by the Covid-19 pandemic. During these uncertain times it is important to be prepared for whatever lies ahead, which includes drafting an estate plan to ensure your loved ones are taken
We recently had a client come in to change his last will. Although he had not originally intended to make any modifications to his will, some major life changes had recently occurred in his life that made it necessary to change the will. Updating a
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
We live through many life events and we want our estate plan to reflect us. An estate plan usually consists of a will, durable power of attorney, advance directive, and healthcare proxy. Individuals may add or subtract or amend these documents as they prefer. It’s
Divorce can be a complicated legal procedure, but an important aspect to consider before and after the divorce is your estate plan. Whether before or after a divorce, it’s understandable that you’re tired of sifting through legal documents. However, if you do not take action
The holidays are a few times of the year when the entire family gets together. Your family members are gathered to celebrate so they are more relaxed and not as distracted by everyday obligations. It’s a great time to catch up, make new memories, and
Kings County Surrogate’s Court In New York State, each county has a Surrogate’s Court. The Kings County Surrogate’s Court handles cases involving the probate of a decedent’s Last Will and Testament and the administration of the decedent’s estates. They also handle specific types of guardianship
Estate Planning for Unmarried Partners Estate planning for unmarried partners is crucial because unmarried partners do not share the same protections and benefits offered to married partners. For instance, in the event of incapacity, unmarried partners are not necessarily able, or easily allowed, to make
If you have carefully prepared an estate plan, you are off to a great start. Creating a will or living trust makes a difficult life event just a little easier on your loved ones. If you are worried about the probate process, for yourself or
2021 began with President Biden assuming his role in the White House office. Now Democrats control the House of Representatives as well as the Senate. Therefore, many people are anticipating changes to policies. Biden has started discussing tax changes, however, it’s still too early to
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