Can a Guardian Sell Property?
Can a Guardian Sell Property? Can a Guardian sell property belonging to his ward? Typically, such sale is subject to Court approval. Consider the following […]
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Elder Law
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, lawsuit settlements, or
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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 incapacitated person in a nursing home. This can occur
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Court Evaluator and Counsel in NY Article 81 Guardianship
Court Evaluator and Counsel to the AIP in New York Article 81 Guardianship Appoint of Court Evaluator and Counsel upon Signing of Order to Show
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Counsel to the AIP in New York Article 81 Guardianship
Counsel to the AIP in New York Article 81 Guardianship As part of an Article 81 Guardianship proceeding, the alleged incapacitated person (“AIP”) is entitled
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Revoke a Power of Attorney
Why would you Want to Revoke a Power of Attorney? There are a number of ways and reasons to revoke a power of attorney. Pursuant to
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Misuse of a Power of Attorney
Misuse of a Power of Attorney As Powers of Attorney have become more easily accessible, there has been an increase in the misuse of a
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New York Independent Assessor (NYIA)
What is the New York Independent Assessor (NYIA)? Medicaid is implementing a change in the way assessments are done for community home care benefits. This
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Medicaid Asset Protection Trust
Medicaid Asset Protection Trust Pros and Cons What is a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust? A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT) is a vehicle used to
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Medicaid Pooled Income Trust
A Medicaid Pooled Income Trust allows an individual to divert their excess income. In order to qualify for Medicaid in New York, an individual must
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