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What To Know If You Receive a Surrogate’s Court Citation
A citation is a notice from the Court, requesting that you make an appearance in a pending proceeding. In Surrogate’s Court, this typically means that a Will is being offered for probate, or someone is seeking authority to act in an estate where you are a necessary party.
In December 2025, Governor Hochul enacted the New York Electronic Wills Act – new legislation which creates a framework for wills to be executed, attested to, and filed electronically.
Each new year brings changes from both the federal and state governments that can affect estate planning, estate administration, and elder planning.
An executor holds many important duties, and often must perform these obligations while navigating the grief of losing a loved one. Furthermore, complications such as advanced age or physical distance may make it difficult to perform the tasks required.
Different stages of life call for different goals. As 2025 ends, here are a few things to keep in mind depending on what season of life you are in.
If you are outside of New York and you need someone to make financial and/or medical decisions for you, your Durable Power of Attorney (POA) and Health Care Proxy (HCP), which are tailored to New York law, are still valid in other states.
Many parents want to transfer their home to their children during their lifetime. It may seem simple to sign a new deed and be done, but gifting real estate can have tax and legal consequences that may cost your family more in the long run.
With the help of the Santa Clause, you may be able to save on estate taxes while contributing to a cause you believe in.
When a person under the age of 18 is set to receive more than $10,000.00 as an inheritance under an estate, the New York Surrogate’s Court requires that a guardian be appointed to protect the minor’s property interest.
Many families enjoy giving financial gifts to their children or grandchildren during the holidays. Whether it’s helping with education, starting a savings fund, or simply sharing some year-end generosity, it’s important to understand how these gifts fit into your overall estate and tax planning.
You should know that anyone can nominate you as executor of his or her Will, but there are many factors that determine whether acting as executor will be a smoothly paved road or a bumpy one.
In The Media
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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 -
Burner Prudenti Law Featured in Dan’s Papers
Burner Prudenti Law was recently featured in Dan’s Papers, offering readers an in-depth look at our growth over the past 30 years.
August 27, 2025
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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.
The Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (“MAPT”) is alive and well in the Elder law practitioner’s toolbox and is the best option for protecting real property.
