The final days of any person’s life can be hectic, if not downright chaotic. As a result, the decedent’s last will and testament might get lost or destroyed. If this has happened to you, please read on, then contact a skilled Putnam County wills attorney to learn what happens if a will is lost in […]

Please read on, then contact an experienced Putnam County wills attorney to learn what makes a will invalid in the state of New York? How can a will be made invalid in New York? When considering how to make your will as uncontestable as possible, you should review the following factors: Last-minute changes: One of […]

If you have questions about dying intestate, please read on, then contact an experienced Putnam County wills attorney to learn what happens if you die without writing a will in New York. What are the consequences of dying without a will in New York State? If a New York resident dies without writing a will, […]

No one likes to think about it, but one day all of us will pass on. It is an unavoidable reality. With that thought in mind, it is never too early to consider estate planning. For that, you will need a competent attorney. If you are asking yourself how you should proceed, please read on […]

You can’t plan for every eventuality, because Life is just too unpredictable. However, you can make allowances for the most likely events by drafting a Will and/or a Trust. These consequential documents can serve very different functions, so it is crucial that one knows how the implementation of either will affect one’s estate. For more […]

Earlier this year, the annual exclusion cap for federal gift taxes was raised to $16,000 per individual annually. The way beneficiaries receive gifts in your exact estate plan will dramatically impact how that affects you and them both. This is especially true when you give a direct gift to a minor. Creditors attempting to collect […]

For most owners, their pets are as much a part of their family as their own relatives. Our pets provide us with much-needed levity, companionship and unconditional love. It is only natural that an owner would want to provide for their pets in their will. However, under the laws of all 50 states, a pet […]

If you need assistance with estate planning, please read on, then contact an experienced Putnam County wills attorney to learn some quick facts about subsequent marriages and estate planning in New York. How do subsequent marriages affect estate planning in New York? If you are in your second, third or subsequent marriage and have children […]

Medicaid, a government program, pays for certain health expenses for those suffering from ailments that require expensive treatment. Since there are financial criteria that must be met, it is crucial that you or your loved one understand that not everyone qualifies for Medicaid. If you need more information and/or would like to begin Medicaid planning […]

In order for you or any other person to contest a will in the state of New York, you must have grounds. Grounds are reasons based on the law that the will is invalid and should not be admitted to probate. Keep in mind, that while there is no set time deadline to contest an […]