Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
Probate is a complicated process that requires executors to uphold immense responsibilities in distributing the estate of a deceased individual. When filing a probate proceeding, the will is reviewed and is determined if it is legal and authentic. While probate may seem like a hassle,
Speaking with an Elder Law attorney in New York is often nerve- racking, as it’s hard to know what questions you should ask during your initial consultation. To make sure that your best interests are taken care of, you should be asking the following 10
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
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
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
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
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
A large number of Americans do not have an estate plan. Aside from the challenges of not having an estate plan, Americans are failing to learn even the basic details about how estate plans function. There are many misconceptions about what an estate plan is