In 2020, most of us conduct a lot of our lives with digital help. We use online banking and bill paying, we shop online, we take classes online and we even order takeout or groceries online. Now, many companies offer online DIY wills or software packages so you can...
What role does undue influence play in probate litigation?
Most estate planning begins with the formation of a will. Typically, people will draft a will in order to designate how they want their property and assets distributed upon their deaths. Here in the state of New York, the Surrogate’s Court is the venue that will...What are the chances of using my long term care planning?
Before a New York resident makes the decision to purchase long-term care insurance, it is important to examine the exact likelihood that the insurance will ever be used. In fact, insurance companies often inform their soon-to-be clients that the likelihood of them...Does your estate plan need a trust?
You don’t have to use a trust with your estate plan in New York. You can simply divide your assets in your will and call it a day. However, there are some benefits to trusts that you may want to consider. First of all, you may want to begin distributing your...Choosing a good executor is important when creating your will
People often overlook the fact that a will is usually one of the most commonly used estate planning tools. Generally, you will outline in your will the property and assets you currently possess, and how you want those items disposed of after you die. A last will and...Attorney can help with estate administration
When you are an estate administrator, you realize what a big responsibility it is. You have so much responsibility that the task can become really daunting and use much of your energy. Executors and estate administrators are held to a very high standard of duty. The...Do I need an attorney to do long-term care planning?
The fact of the matter is that many aspects of long-term care planning are so complex that it’s best to leave them to a professional. What many people fail to realize is that attorneys who assist clients in elder law issues often have a greater understanding of...Facebook creates new feature to help with your estate planning
Most New York residents are using Facebook these days, but did you know that Facebook can also be incorporated into your estate planning? One of the easiest things you can do is simply provide your login details to a trusted family member so that your family can have...Estate planning needs to include your digital world
When you pass away, what happens to all your digital accounts? You have music on your computer, books on your tablet and online bank accounts. So what are you and your attorney going to do about an estate plan that includes your digital world? You may have a will that...Changes to the law can mean your will is out of date
If you write up a will in New York and then don’t have any major life changes — like a divorce or the birth of another child — you may just assume it still works. Some people sit on their wills for 10 or 20 years without changing them. However, the...
