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Two Essential Legal Documents for College Students and Other Young Adults
As a legal adult, no other person, including your parents, can make health care decisions or manage money for you without the right legal documents in place.

An ABLE account is one solution of many for individuals eligible for government benefits looking to protect their benefits and preserve assets.

The Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program allows those who need a caregiver to recruit and hire someone of their choice to assist them with daily needs.
Burner Prudenti Law, P.C., a women-owned Elder Law, Estate Planning, Trusts & Estates and Real Estate firm serving New York for over 30 years, is proud to announce the promotion of Brittni Sullivan, Esq. and Melissa Doris, Esq. to Partners.
With the busy lives of a young family, planning for a scenario that might never happen may be at the bottom of the to-do list, but no one knows what odds they are up against.
A timeshare is an asset, like any other – and if you own one, you should consider implementing an estate plan that considers and protects it.
At Burner Prudenti Law, we’re always looking for ways to better serve our clients and support their families through life’s most important decisions. That’s why we’re thrilled to welcome two exceptional attorneys to our team: Erin Cullen, Esq. and Alma Muharemovic, Esq.
Starting September 1, 2025, the medical and clinical requirements to be eligible for in-home care paid by Medicaid are changing.
Estate planning is especially challenging for blended families. They must consider how an estate plan will impact the surviving spouse, biological children, and stepchildren.
While a life estate deed is one of the tools in the estate planner’s belt, it is not the answer for everyone. As with any planning, the best option will depend on the goals, concerns and people involved.
Leaving instructions in your estate planning documents on how a seasonal property will continue to be used and/or owned after your death, can prevent friction amongst family members and ensure your investment can be enjoyed for decades to come.
In The Media
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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.
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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.
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Hon. Gail Prudenti Recognized with 2025 Icon Honors by Long Island Business News
We’re proud to share that our partner, Hon. Gail Prudenti, has been named a 2025 Icon Honors recipient by Long Island Business News.
August 22, 2025 -
Burner Prudenti Law Attorneys Recognized in 2026 Edition of Best Lawyers in America
We’re proud to share that several attorneys at Burner Prudenti Law have been honored in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America, one of the legal profession’s most respected peer-reviewed honors.
August 21, 2025 -
Burner Prudenti Law Featured in Forbes, Fortune, and Entrepreneur
This year marks a major milestone for Burner Prudenti Law: our 30th anniversary serving individuals and families across Long Island and New York City.
August 19, 2025 -
Hon. Gail Prudenti Named a 2025 Dynamic Women Leader by Long Island Business News
At Burner Prudenti Law, we are thrilled to celebrate our partner, Hon. Gail Prudenti, for being named one of Long Island Business News’ Most Dynamic Women Leaders of 2025.
July 15, 2025
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As I walked along the beach road where I live, I saw a bright spot in the grass which turned out to be a rock, painted pink and inscribed with “LOVE”. I put this new treasure in my pocket and continued to the beach, contemplating the state of current affairs.
This year my marks my firm’s 25th year and tomorrow is Administrative Assistants day. These are the stories about the people who make up the firm.
I have a confession to make. I did a Tedx talk in 2016, entitled: “Making Heads or Tails of the Third Age” and I never looked at it again.
Last week, I was reminded of a turning point in my early years when trying to integrate my family life with my professional life. The recent upheaval caused by the pandemic has highlighted the difficulty in creating a “work-life balance.”