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Invoking Fear From The Grave: An Introduction To In Terrorem Clauses
By Cheryl Katz-Erato As a Surrogate’s Court litigation attorney, one of the first things to look for when analyzing a decedent’s will offered or to be offered for probate is if an in terrorem clause (colloquially known as a “no-contest clause”) has been included in the instrument. In general, an in terrorem clause provides that […]
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The Legal Nuances of SCPA Article 17-A Guardianships
As published in the NYSBA Elder and Special Needs Law Journal | 2022 | Vol. 32 | No. 2 Many parents of children with developmental disabilities[i] or intellectual disabilities[ii] spend years working to ensure that their children receive the best resources and services available to them. Their tireless advocacy likely began in their earliest days […]
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Power of Attorney: Who Will Control My Money
No one wants to think about the possibility of losing control over their finances. Yet, it’s a very real possibility for virtually all of us. Fortunately, a Durable Power of Attorney (POA) is a powerful tool designed to help protect your assets and future. Let’s take a closer look at the POA and how it […]
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What Does an Elder Care Attorney Do?
Today, the number of Americans over the age of 65 has surpassed 40 million. Americans are living longer, thanks in part to advances in modern medicine. Along with longevity comes the need for older adults and their families to navigate state and federal programs available to America’s aging population but which programs are increasingly complex. The […]
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Best Practices for Choosing an Elder Law Attorney
Today’s always-on internet and hand-held smartphones allows you to easily search “Elder Law Attorneys in Long Island” to find a list of options. However, just because an attorney has a website and a phone number doesn’t mean they’re right for you. Choosing the best elder law attorney will take a bit of research and an […]
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I’m Not Rich…Do I Need An Elder Care Attorney?
If you’re a senior and you’ve asked “Do I need an elder law attorney?” — you are not alone. But are you too rich or too poor for elder law planning? If you have assets you’d like to protect for your future and to pass on to the next generation, you need an elder law […]
Continue readingDeath of a Gun Owner: Criminal Liability for an Heir?
Most gun owners are cognizant of the strict regulations concerning ownership of a firearm. However, their family members and heirs are often unaware of the laws governing the disposition of a firearm when the gun owner dies. The NY Secure Ammunition and Firearms Enforcement (SAFE) Act of 2013, enacted in response to the Sandy Hook […]
Continue readingIn Wake of Guardianship Account Thefts, Strict Compliance Stressed
by Vesselin Mitev THE THEFTS committed by Steven Rondos, the former Brooklyn attorney who is awaiting sentencing for stealing millions of dollars from guardianship accounts he oversaw, has prompted the state court system to ratchet up guardianship oversight in an attempt to prevent future similar crimes. “We used to wait for reports to come in and now […]
Continue readingElder Law Mediation: A Good Alternative to Litigation
As parents age and require more care, many families are facing intense conflicts with each other. Fighting between parents and their adult children as well as disagreements between siblings often occur over how to handle such issues as health care needs, living arrangements, asset protection and inheritance issues. Industry experts believe that 40% of caretakers […]
Continue readingThink Like a Business Owner to Grow Your Practice
Date: Friday, November 17, 2017 – 11:00amLocation: Managing Partner Jennifer Cona is presenting “Think Like a Business Owner to Grow Your Practice” at the Nassau County Bar Association’s Business of Law Conference at 11:00AM. For more information and to register please call 516.747.4464.
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