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Virginia, Gloria and Dolly – A Room of One’s Own
I read Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s Own at an impressionable age. It was the 1980s, and women were grappling with issues of economic independence and freedom. I came away from that book believing, perhaps too simply, that economic independence was the key to every other kind of independence.
Both SNTs and ABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without affecting their eligibility for public benefits such as SSI.
Whether it be through New York's Mental Hygiene Law Article 81 or SCPA Article 17-A, it is possible to provide for the needs of vulnerable adults.
Understanding the rules of the irrevocable trust and who can access the trust can be complicated. Here are some rules to keep in mind.
Many traditional rights having to do with health care, taxes, and inheritance do not apply to unmarried couples, making estate planning even more important.
Learn what a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (“MAPT”) is and whether or not assets in a Medicaid trust still enjoy a step-up in tax basis at death.
Attorney Paul M. O'Brien was honored at the EAC Network Golf for Good event for his work as a legal advisor for EAC’s Community Guardianship Program.
There are several factors in determining if a cash gift is a taxable event for the gift-giver.
If you are considering challenging the probate of a last will and testament, there are several factors to consider.
Will you owe penalties and interest for failing to take RMD’s (required minimum distributions) as an IRA beneficiary?
Congratulations to our partner Gail Prudenti who was honored at the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University 5th anniversary of the Pro Se Legal Assistance Program for her work in establishing the program while she was Dean of the law school.
In The Media
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Burner Prudenti Law Attorneys Recognized in the 2027 Edition of Best Lawyers
Burner Prudenti Law is proud to celebrate nine attorneys recognized in the 2027 edition of Best Lawyers, including two "Lawyer of the Year" honorees, two Best Lawyers in America listees, and five Ones to Watch.
August 20, 2026 -
Burner Prudenti Law Honored as One of Best Lawyers 2026’s Best Law Firms
Burner Prudenti Law is proud to share that our firm has once again been recognized by Best Law Firms® for excellence in Elder Law and Trusts and Estates, earning both national and metropolitan Tier 1 rankings.
November 6, 2025 -
Burner Prudenti Law Attorneys Named 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Burner Prudenti Law is proud to announce that several of our attorneys have been recognized by Thomson Reuters for the 2025 New York Metro Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists.
October 30, 2025 -
Hon. Gail Prudenti Named 2025 Leaders in Law Honoree
We are thrilled to share that our partner, Hon. Gail Prudenti, has been named a 2025 Leaders in Law honoree by Long Island Business News!
October 9, 2025 -
Hon. Gail Prudenti Named to Long Island Business News’ 2025 Influencers in Law
We are proud to congratulate our Partner, Hon. Gail Prudenti, on being named to the Long Island Business News 2025 Influencers in Law.
October 2, 2025 -
Burner Prudenti Law Named to Long Island Business News’ In the Lead: Women-Owned Businesses
Burner Prudenti Law, P.C. is honored to be recognized by Long Island Business News as one of the 2025 In the Lead: Women-Owned Businesses.
September 22, 2025
Our Blog
We’re pleased to share that Britt Burner is now the Trust & Estates Expert Contributor for Greater Westhampton Neighbors magazine!
Modern legal practice is poised at the intersection of tradition and transformation with lawyers and firms struggling to fit the square pegs of ancient doctrines and procedures into the round holes of globalization, technology and economic shifts.
We’re proud to share that our Partner, Hon. Gail Prudenti, has written a featured column for Long Island Business News titled “Understanding New York’s Court of Claims.”
In the landmark case of Connelly v. United States, the Supreme Court addressed critical issues concerning the estate tax implications of life insurance proceeds used in the redemption of stock in closely held corporations.
Our criminal courts protect victims. Our civil courts provide a forum for the peaceful resolution of disputes. Our family and surrogate’s courts guide families through what may be the most traumatic experience of their lives.
As we reflect on the complexities of family law, let us work together to support our justices, understanding the weight of their responsibilities and the importance of their decisions.
