Guardian Ad Litem Role
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 […]
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Supplemental Needs Trusts
Supplemental Needs Trusts Supplemental Needs Trusts (also known as special needs trusts) are Trusts which allow a beneficiary with a disability to receive inheritances, gifts,
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Ancillary Probate Proceeding
Ancillary Probate Proceeding 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
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When to File for Adult Guardianship NYC
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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Permission to Place Incapacitated Person in a Nursing Home
Permission to Place Incapacitated Person in a Nursing Home After a Guardian is appointed by the Court, that Guardian may need permission to place the
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What are the Alternatives to Guardianship in NYC?
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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Compel a Trust Accounting in New York Surrogate’s Court
Compel a Trust Accounting in New York Surrogate’s Court A Trust accounting provides beneficiaries and interested parties with a detailed overview of the trust’s financial
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Do Beneficiary Designations Override a Will in New York?
Do Beneficiary Designations Override a Will in New York? Estate planning involves various elements, including creating a Will and designating beneficiaries for certain assets. In
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Do I Need to Probate If I Have a Will in New York?
Creating a Last Will and Testament is a responsible step in ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your passing. However,
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What is a Life Estate in New York?
Life estates are legal arrangements that grant individuals the right to live in a property for the duration of their life, while also outlining what
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