Welcome to our firm blog!
We will post firm announcements, recent developments in the law, and practical tips and advice for our clients and fellow professionals here.
Note that nothing on our blog should be considered legal advice as each individual situation is unique; we invite you to contact us if you have questions or need legal assistance.
In a continuation of our Key Terms Explained series, we cover the differences between the designation of a trust as a "conduit" or "accumulation" trust and the impact such designation can have on distributions from retirement accounts.
We are delighted to announce the inclusion of some members of our legal team in recent award publications.
A review of certain implications of state law and federal income tax law on joint revocable trusts.
Erin Patterson has been selected among the Best Lawyers in America 2025!
Learn more about the tax and legal considerations for the surviving spouse of a decedent.
Join us in celebrating the promotion of Jeanna Shelton!
In Part 2 of this 2-part blog, we explore health care powers of attorney
We are delighted to announce the inclusion of some of our legal team in recent award publications.
In Part 1 of this 2-part blog, we explore general powers of attorney
Our firm has been selected for inclusion in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" rankings for 2024! .
Resolve the confusion on the main similarities and differences between Revocable Trusts and Irrevocable Trusts.
When should a revocable trust be included as part of an estate plan?
In this 2-part blog series, we explore revocable trusts and their "super powers"
Meet our newest associate attorney Jessica Mantekas.
Helpful tips for executors and personal representatives as they undertake their role.
Is a Will that was prepared in another state sufficient to accomplish goals in a new home state?
Our attorneys attended the Queens University 45th Estate Planners Day this week.
When it comes to estate planning, proper care and consideration should be given to the accessibility of estate planning documents after they have been signed.
It's a new year - with many new developments in estate planning to be aware of.
We are proud to again announce that attorney Erin Patterson has recently been selected for two awards.
An Executor/Administrator wears many hats throughout the estate administration process - one of the most crucial being that of an investigator.
Our firm has been selected for inclusion in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers "Best Law Firms" rankings for 2023!
Find out what a Donor Advised Fund is and why its popularity has increased in recent years.
Find out why estate planning should take top priority to achieve peace of mind related to your children's care and financial stability.
Erin Patterson has been selected among the Best Lawyers in America 2023!
We are standing by and ready to assist you with your estate planning or estate administration needs. Let us know how we can instill confidence and help bring you peace of mind. Your legacy depends on it.