Guardian Ad Litem Role
A Guardian Ad Litem (sometimes referred to as GAL) is someone appointed by the Surrogate’s Court for those individuals who cannot come to Court or […]
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A Guardian Ad Litem (sometimes referred to as GAL) is someone appointed by the Surrogate’s Court for those individuals who cannot come to Court or […]
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Supplemental Needs Trusts (also known as special needs trusts) are Trusts which allow a beneficiary with a disability to receive inheritances, gifts, lawsuit settlements, or
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Ancillary probate is an additional, simultaneous probate process that’s required when a decedent owned real estate or tangible personal Here is an example: Donna owned property in New
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Often times we find ourselves wondering whether the time is right to file for adult guardianship in NYC. The below sets forth a few instances
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After a Guardian is appointed by the Court, that Guardian may need permission to place the incapacitated person in a nursing home. This can occur
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In New York, as in many other jurisdictions, there are specific legal procedures in place for contesting a Last Will and Testament. Contesting a Will
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Guardianship is an arrangement whereby a Court appoints someone to help manage an individual’s healthcare and financial affairs when they are no longer able to
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Dealing with the legal aspects of a loved one’s estate after their passing can be a complex and emotionally challenging process. In New York City,
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When it comes to the administration of an estate, ensuring that assets are distributed correctly and fairly is paramount. However, there are situations where beneficiaries
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A Trust accounting provides beneficiaries and interested parties with a detailed overview of the trust’s financial transactions and activities. When there is a lack of
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