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Do I Need a Lawyer for a Power of Attorney?
While power of attorney (POA) forms are widely available online at little to no cost, do-it-yourself options can end up costing you thousands if they are not done right.
The fact that your aunt has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease, does not necessarily mean that she cannot execute a power of attorney. While it may seem like a decision to be made by her doctor, it is actually the lawyer who will determine if she or he feels your aunt has capacity.
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Estate Planning for Blended Families: Insights from Britt Burner
Britt Burner, Partner at Burner Prudenti Law, P.C., recently spoke at a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) event hosted by the Columbian Lawyers Association of Brooklyn
May 5, 2025 -
Matthew Kiernan Named a 2025 Top Lawyer of Long Island
Matthew Kiernan, Esq. was honored as a 2025 Top Lawyer of Long Island by RichnerLIVE Events and the Long Island Herald!
April 14, 2025 -
Burner Prudenti Named TBR News Media Reader’s Choice for Best Attorney / Lawyer
Burner Prudenti is honored to share that we were named the Best Attorney / Lawyer in the 2024 TBR Readers’ Choice issue!
March 31, 2025 -
Nancy Burner Recognized as One of Super Lawyers’ “Top 50 Women” For the Sixth Year in a Row
March 20, 2025 -
Burner Prudenti Law Ranked as a 2025 Tier 1 Elder Law Firm by Best Lawyers
Burner Prudenti Law was recognized as a 2025 Tier 1 law firm in elder law and trusts and estates by Best Lawyers!
November 6, 2024 -
Burner Prudenti Law Featured in Forbes & Fortune
Learn more about the history and vision of Burner Prudenti Law in this recent Forbes & Fortune article.
November 4, 2024
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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.
The federal government and the marketplace are undergoing revolutionary changes that will inevitably transform the business of law and operation of courts. The question arising from the uncertainty is, how so?
In this guest post by Maria Torroella Carney, MD, FACP, learn what contributes to aging and what can be done to encourage healthy aging.