What is a Kinship Proceeding?
In New York, if an individual passes away without a Last Will and Testament, or if the will is determined to be invalid, then the decedent’s assets are subject to the state laws of intestacy. Any assets held in the…
Partnering With Your Spouse or Partner to Plan Your Estate
It is important to discuss your estate plan with your spouse or life partner thoughtfully and carefully. Before meeting with an estate planning attorney, it is best to discuss your ideas to present a united goal. This conversation can be…
End of Public Health Emergency for NY Medicaid
Although it may not seem that Covid-19 is a thing of the past, according to New York State’s Medicaid program, some of the relaxed rules enacted during the pandemic are quickly coming to an end. What Is Changing? During the…
Do I Owe Taxes on my Inheritance?
Do I owe taxes on my inheritance? As qualified NY estate planning attorneys, this is a common inquiry from our clients. The short and sweet answer is that inheritances are not generally considered income for federal tax purposes. With that…
Essential Things to Know About Durable Powers of Attorney
A Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) is a legal document allowing a person (referred to as the principal) to delegate authority related to legal and financial matters to another person or persons (referred to as the agent). Durable powers of attorney are…
Welcome Our New Partner Diana Lattanzio
Russo Law Group, P.C. is proud to announce our new Partner Diana Lattanzio, Esq. Diana brings over 20 years of experience to Russo Law Group, P.C., where she focuses on elder law, Medicaid planning, estate planning, special needs planning and…
Early-Stage Parkinson’s: Benefits of Deep-Brain Stimulation
A recent study has shown that when patients with early Parkinson’s disease who respond to drug therapy also receive deep-brain stimulation from an implanted medical device, they are more likely to gain improvement in their symptoms and quality of life…
Caring for an Elderly Relative
Within the family, caring for elderly relatives comes naturally. The love and care many adult children receive growing up become reciprocal, particularly in the case of their aging parents. But with the advent of longer lives, it is not uncommon…
Advance Directives: Making Your Medical Wishes Known
There is no doubt that contemplating our own death is one of life's greatest challenges. Yet it is crucial to think carefully about the medical treatment we would want at the end of life. Medical technology can now keep us…
Vincent Russo on CFN Live: Do You Know Who Owns Your House?
Watch “In The Legal Know” with Vincent J. Russo on CFN Live! Vincent appeared on CFN Live on January 10th, 2023 to discuss “Do You Know Who Owns Your House?” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PeHZKOXFO8&feature=youtu.be Vincent J. Russo discusses the different types of…