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Navigating the complexities of Estate Planning, Trust Settlement, Probate Proceedings, Administration Proceedings, and Marital Agreements can be overwhelming, but having the right legal guidance makes all the difference.
What does an Executor do?
An Executor is an important part of your estate as a fiduciary who is in charge of collecting your assets, paying taxes and debts, and...
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What makes a Prenuptial Agreement enforceable?
In New York, courts generally enforce prenuptial agreements, so long as both parties have entered into the contract voluntarily, without...
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What is a Prenuptial Agreement and what are the benefits of having one?
A Prenuptial Agreement (or “prenup”) is a contract between between a couple before they marry. In New York, a prenup is only valid if it...
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How are Executors and Administrators appointed?
In New York, you either have an estate plan or the state has one for you through an administration proceeding, which can have adverse...
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How can I help my executor to best handle my estate?
You can help your executor handle your estate by keeping the original Will, deeds, partnership documents, insurance policies, and other...
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What are the benefits of having a QTIP trust?
There are two main benefits of having a QTIP trust. First, a QTIP trust pr5 & 5 ovides tax flexibility for your Executor. In some...
Aug 21, 20241 min read
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What are the requirements of having a legally enforceable Separation Agreement?
To have a legally enforceable separation agreement, you must get it signed and notarized by both spouses. The signing can be done...
Aug 15, 20241 min read
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What does a Separation Agreement cover?
A separation agreement typically covers where each spouse will live, the amount of spousal support that you or your spouse will pay, and...
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What is a probate proceeding?
Probate is a court-supervised proceeding where the Surrogate, or judge of the Surrogate's Court, determines that a Will is valid and...
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