Law Office of Inna Fershteyn and Associates, P.C.
Estate Planning & Elder Law Attorney
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
Living trusts, or revocable trusts, are often established to prevent the probate process over a loved one’s assets after they die. Colloquially, it is known as a “will substitute.” A will dictates the terms that go into effect right after you die. While a trust
Being prepared is a feeling that everyone wants to experience especially when you are about to plan major life decisions. Preparing before your initial consultation with an Estate Planning attorney will help the attorney create the best plan for you, and shorten this process for
The NY Probate Process aims to prove the validity of an individual’s Last Will and Testament. A will is a legal document that serves to outline your wishes in regards to how you would like your children to be cared for and the distribution of
What is Probate? Probate is the process of proving the validity of a decedent’s Last Will and Testament in the Surrogate Court. The probate process only takes place after the decedent passes away, and can be a very complex legal proceeding that may take up
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,
Probate is the court-supervised process of authenticating a last will and testament of a deceased individual. The probate process involves determining the value of the deceased individual’s assets, paying any owed taxes on their behalf, and distributing the remainder of the estate to the indicated
As we have covered before on the blog, the importance of carefully-executed estate planning cannot be understated, and can hold vital importance when transferring your family’s wealth to the next generation – in fact, properly handling your inheritance might be the best way to give
The concept behind the irrevocable trust, a popular estate planning tool, is relatively simple; irrevocable trusts cannot be revoked and the assets cannot be returned to the trust’s original creator. Furthermore, most irrevocable trusts do not allow for the amendment of the trust, unless changes
Missing is not as Good as Dead According to Probate Court, when dealing with one’s inheritance, missing does not mean dead. Handling the estate of someone who is missing or who is presumed dead can be a lengthy process. What to Expect When Handling the