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Naming an executor is a critical part of estate planning. This party will manage the estate, pay debts and taxes, communicate with beneficiaries and distribute assets to beneficiaries based on your wishes. However, before they assume their duties when the time comes,...
Real estate litigation is sometimes adversarial in nature. One party brings a claim against another due to disclosure issues or boundary violations. Other times, the purpose of real estate litigation is to correct an issue with official records. Quiet title...
For many Brooklyn families, managing a parent’s long-term care feels like hitting a moving target. If you are balancing your career with your parents' needs, you should know that New York’s Medicaid rules shifted in late 2025. These updates are now fully in effect for...
If you have gone through a divorce, you may be wondering how it will affect your estate plan. Can you leave your ex-spouse as a beneficiary? Will New York’s law automatically remove them from your will? It’s important to understand the state’s law regarding this...
Health care costs can quickly become overwhelming, especially when long-term care or ongoing treatment is needed. Medicaid plays a critical role in helping individuals and families access essential medical services while managing financial strain. A proper Medicaid...
Estate administration often involves cleaning, formal communications and record keeping. Occasionally, there may be controversies that arise during estate administration. Outside parties, including creditors or family members, may file a lawsuit due to concerns about...
Many people procrastinate when it comes to making an estate plan. If you ask someone why they do not have a will, there is a good chance they will say they have not gotten around to it yet or that they are waiting until they are older. However, this can be a...
Talking with your aging parents about estate planning is a conversation no one wants to have. It feels uncomfortable, emotional and intrusive. However, these conversations are an essential step adult children can take to protect their parents and themselves from legal...
In commercial real estate, the lease agreement is the primary authority governing the relationship between landlord and tenant. When a tenant falls behind on payments, can a landlord impose interest charges if the lease does not explicitly mention them? Understanding...
Co-ops are a unique form of residential real estate in New York City. A co-op (short for cooperative unit) isn’t an apartment rented by the month or year. However, it’s not a condominium or townhouse that’s owned by the person who purchased it. When someone...