Spring Into the Market — And Get Ahead of the Curve
🌸A Note from ShariThere’s something about spring that just clicks for me. The days get longer, the energy shifts, and suddenly everyone is ready to move — literally and figuratively. After a winter of planning, dreaming, and “maybe next year” conversations, spring is when things happen. And honestly? That’s my favorite time to be a […]
Estate Planning Tips to Avoid, or Simplify, Probate in New York State
You’ve probably heard some horror stories about how long it takes someone to be appointed the fiduciary of an estate. It’s true. Probate can be stressful and time consuming at the least. We’ve seen some estates take years before someone gets appointed as the fiduciary (this is not typical, it shouldn’t take more than a […]
Per Diem Court Coverage in Nassau & Suffolk: What to Send Before the Appearance
You have two conferences scheduled at the same time in different courthouses. A client emergency pulls you away from a routine appearance. A family matter means you cannot make the 9:30 calendar call in Riverhead. Every attorney practicing in Nassau and Suffolk counties knows these situations. The question is not whether you will need […]
Power of Attorney in New York: What Long Island Families Should Know
Imagine a sudden illness lands you in the hospital. Or an unexpected accident leaves you unable to communicate. Who pays your mortgage? Who talks to your doctors? Who makes sure your children are cared for? For Long Island families, these questions carry real weight. Without the right legal documents in place, your loved ones […]
Revocable vs. Irrevocable Trusts in New York State
It’s been a while since we’ve touched on the basics of trusts and some people have been asking for a basic primer on the different types of trusts and what would be the best use of a trust for their specific situations.
Why Every Long Island College Student Needs a Health Care Proxy and Power of Attorney
When your child turns 18, they are legally considered an adult. This exciting milestone comes with new freedoms, but also important legal changes many parents don’t realize until it’s too late. Under HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), parents lose automatic access to their adult child’s medical records. And once your child is no longer […]