COVID-19 Pandemic Estate Planning: How Can I Avoid Probate?
The COVID-19 Pandemic is a wake-up call for everyone to implement an estate plan, if you do not already have one, or to review your existing estate plan. As a…
What is Ancillary Probate?
If at the time of your death, you owned real property solely in your name and in more than one state, your Executor may be required to commence more than…
What is the Best Way to Protect an Inheritance?
We often see clients with concerns about loved ones who receive government benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Medicaid. Since SSI and Medicaid have very strict rules as to…
Is your family ready if you should pass away?
God forbid but is your family prepared? Here are five things you should do and set a deadline - like February 14th 1. Create an estate plan. Figure out why you have been…
Avoiding Estate Planning Mistakes- Step 5
Avoiding Probate - A Worthy Venture Sam and Shirley wanted to make it easier on their family when they passed away. They loved the idea of "avoiding probate" and saving…
Transfer of Home Ownership Does Not Replace an Estate Plan
Imagine this: You’re retired, your only significant asset is your home, you’re very close to your child or children, and you don’t want the cost of creating an estate plan.…
Providing Protection Against Spousal Impoverishment
Over 30 years ago, congress created safeguards to protect the savings of married couples who use Medicaid. These protections prevent husbands and wives from bankrupting themselves funding for their loved…
Family Plan
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on May 3, 2019. At Russo Law Group, you're not just a client, you're family! Did you…
What Happens to My Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) When I Die?
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on May 5, 2015. As Elder Law attorneys in New York, we constantly recommend our clients execute a durable…
Estate Planning: Life Is Like a Jigsaw Puzzle
** This article has been revised from its original version which was published on August 26, 2022. As an estate planning attorney in New York, I have often thought that estate plans…