Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
Retirement marks a significant milestone for working-class Americans, promising the allure of leisure and freedom from the constraints of full-time work. While the vision of this newfound freedom is captivating, the often-overlooked facet is the indispensable need for financial security during this life stage. Planning
What is a Trust? A trust is a separate legal entity that a person sets up during their lifetime to manage their assets. Its purpose is to ensure that a person’s assets will be used and distributed in a way they deem appropriate. Once a
While estate planning is an important task everyone faces at one point, it can get complicated. Oftentimes we are forced to think about our own mortality, and how we want our valuables to be passed along which is never easy. But essentially, the purpose of
What is Probate? Probate is a court-supervised legal process that follows an individual’s death, whereby a probate court will establish the validity of one’s will. During this process, the court essentially oversees the distribution of a person’s asset after their death. How does the Probate
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
Understanding Estate Administration and Probate Probate is a legal process in which all estates must go through, as long as the estates are contained in a will. The primary goal of probate is to transfer assets out of the deceased person’s name into the name
The death of any family member is a devastating and tragic event. It can be overwhelming to deal with all of the logistics following the death of someone we loved, especially while we are still grieving over their loss, but it is important to get
An estate plan is key to guaranteeing that all of your best interests are met when the time comes. The very first step to planning for your future pertains to making the decision to create an estate plan. This plan typically includes drafting a will,
Tips 1&2- Prepare for Your Future by Drafting a Will and Selecting an Executor Drafting a will is essential to the distribution of your assets upon your passing. This document gives you the ability to decide exactly how your estate will be managed upon your