Writing a will makes it easier to control where your assets go after you die. If you pass before you have a chance to write a will, you have died intestate. State law determines who receives a home, car or other items that are left in your estate. Your spouse will...

Nobody in New York wants to think about dying and leaving their children without their parents. Unfortunately, it can happen, and if the parents didn't plan ahead, they have no control over who ends up raising their children. No matter how young you are, you're never...

While estate planning should be a consideration for everyone regardless of age, health or wealth, many people simply choose to ignore it until the last minute. Unfortunately, not taking the time to properly develop a comprehensive estate plan can lead to family...

Traditionally, wills in New York involved writing a physical document and signing it in the presence of witnesses. In today's age of technology, many people are opting to write their will online. But, is an online will legally binding, or do you need to print it out...

People often consider an estate plan to be something only their parents have - something we don't need until we're retiring or ill. However, estate plans are critical for adults of all ages and all stages of life. That said, the chances are good that your plan will...

The importance of having a will cannot be stressed enough. You want to make the decisions regarding guardianship of your children, what happens with your assets and who will serve as executor and trustee. Without a will, these issues may topple like a row of dominoes....

You and your spouse prided yourselves in planning most details when it came to having children. Your meticulous planning included proper diet, health and exercising during the pregnancy, preparing and painting your children’s rooms, child-proofing the home and making...

A person’s last will and testament is the most common part of an estate plan. Some people view it as the sum total of estate planning. While vital to your estate, wills are used to name beneficiaries for money and specific assets and designate a guardian for minor...