Informative Masterclass
How to Protect your Family’s Assets and Leave a Lasting Legacy
Save Your Spot Now!

White Plains & New City, New York Estate Planning & Elder Law Firm

Estate Planning and Elder Law Blog

Sort by Category:

Category: Estate Planning

Estate planning services refer to the process of managing and distributing one's assets and properties after their death, in a way that ensures the smooth transfer of wealth to the intended beneficiaries while minimizing taxes and other expenses. Estate planning services may include drafting legal documents such as wills, trusts, and powers of attorney, as well as providing guidance and advice on strategies for asset protection and wealth transfer. These services may be provided by lawyers, financial advisors, or other professionals with expertise in estate planning. Effective estate planning can help individuals achieve their long-term financial goals and provide peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones.

What Legal Documents Will You Need to Raise Your Grandchildren?

Posted on: March 31, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
While there are differing reasons for this, ranging from drug use or inability to care for the child, various legal issues arise when grandparents are the primary caretakers.
Read More

Will Getting Married Affect an Older American’s Social Security Benefits?

Posted on: March 22, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Marriage could affect the amount of Social Security benefits you might get one day, depending on whether it is your first marriage and your age when you marry.
Read More

How Trusts Help Estate Planning

Posted on: March 21, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Although there are dozens of types of trusts, the most common trust used for these purposes is a revocable living trust.
Read More

How Did Designer Karl Lagerfeld Arrange for His Cat in His Estate Plan?

Posted on: March 20, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
While it is not clear that Lagerfeld went down this path, a pet trust would likely appeal to his sensibilities.
Read More

What Are The Details on Bernie Sanders Estate Tax Bill?

Posted on: March 19, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., has introduced a bill that would re-establish the threshold of the estate tax at $3.5 million and set the top taxation rate as high as 77 percent.
Read More

Can A Cell Phone Video Become a Will?

Posted on: March 18, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Wills deal with the transfer of valuable properties – both real estate and funds – so the law imposes formalities that are intended to increase dependability and reduce ambiguity.
Read More

How Do I Leave My Home to My Family?

Posted on: March 14, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
For many people, their home is the most valuable asset they own. Leaving real estate to your heirs can also be a complicated process, so you'll want to make sure you plan accordingly.
Read More

Power of Attorney, Living Wills: Before a Crisis Strikes

Posted on: March 13, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Aging parents who need support from adult children do not always have power of attorney documents completed before caregiving begins. Caregiving situations arise from unexpected situations, like an accident in the home or health emergency like a heart attack or stroke.
Read More

Using Trusts to Maintain Control of Inheritances

Posted on: March 12, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
Why would you leave an inheritance to a trust for a beneficiary rather than “outright” to the beneficiary? The answer is control.
Read More

Spare Your Family From a Feud: Make Sure You Have a Will

Posted on: March 11, 2019 | By: David Parker, Esq.
If you die without a will, it can lead to conflict between your surviving loved ones, as they try to figure out how best to divide up your personal belongings and finances.
Read More
Stay Informed
Subscribe To Our FREE Estate Planning, Probate and Elder Law Newsletter

Book Your Free Initial Consultation With Parker Law Firm Today
Get Started Now

The 15 minute initial phone call is designed as a simple way for you to get to know us, and for our team to learn more about your unique estate planning needs.

Book an Initial Call
Book A Call With Parker Law Firm
Parker Law Firm
White Plains Location

222 Bloomingdale Rd #301,
White Plains, NY 10605

New City Location

120 North Main Street, Suite 203,
New City, NY 10956

IMS - Estate Planning and Elder Law Practice Growth Advisors
Powered by
crosschevron-rightcross-circle