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What Might Be Missing From Your Trust?

Probate is often triggered not by major assets, but by small details that were unintentionally overlooked.

March 12, 2026
Q&A: Estate Closure and Fiduciary Liability

I am the Executor of my father’s estate. I have collected the assets and paid the expenses and am ready to close the estate. How should I proceed?

June 22, 2018
The Next Step After the Community Medicaid Application is Submitted

One of the issues that we see facing many of our clients is an inability to implement and access services once an application for Community Medicaid has been filed and approved.

June 18, 2018
Estate Planning for Young Adults

Young adults may have the misconceived notion that estate planning is only necessary for certain people, such as individuals of a high net worth or those who are aging. However, there are certain documents that everyone should consider, including the youngest generation of millennials.

June 1, 2018
Executor Commissions in New York State

I was named as the Executor in my mother’s Will. Do I receive a fee for serving as Executor of the Estate?

June 1, 2018
Why Do I Need an Estate Plan If I Don’t Have Any Assets?

Do I need an estate plan if I have no assets?

May 25, 2018
Joint Accounts

Question: Someone told me to avoid probate, so I have added my two children as joint owners on my bank accounts or put them “in trust for” my children. Does this protect my assets from Medicaid too?

May 18, 2018
Statutory Gift Riders and Durable Power of Attorney

New York State’s Durable Power of Attorney is a document in which a person referred to as “the Principal” can designate another person or persons referred to as “Agents” to act on their behalf with respect to all business and financial matters.

May 14, 2018
Why Do I Need a Last Will and Testament?

Planning for the future can sometimes be difficult. Creating an estate plan can give you the peace of mind you need, while also making it easier for your loved ones to handle your affairs when you die.

May 7, 2018
VA Planning

Most veterans are not aware of the benefits they are entitled to under the Veterans Administration. For example, there is a benefit referred to as the improved Pension through the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (VA), more commonly referred to as Aid and Attendance Pension.

May 4, 2018
Giving Your Estate Plan a Spring Cleanup

Spring cleaning has me thinking I may need to update more than my window treatments. What changes should I be making to my estate plan?

April 25, 2018

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Thought Leadership

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.

March 13, 2026 Read Article

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.”

October 6, 2025 Read Article

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.

June 17, 2025 Read Article

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.

May 13, 2025 Read Article

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.

May 13, 2025 Read Article

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.

May 13, 2025 Read Article