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If you are a parent in New York, you likely work hard to build family wealth that you expect your children to enjoy for many years to come. But your child's expected divorce could put those family assets at risk if no legal protection exists at the time. Knowing how...
A real estate deal can fall apart after you sign a contract and pay an earnest money deposit. You typically place this deposit in escrow as a show of good faith and to demonstrate your intent to complete the purchase. If the transaction ends early, the contract, the...
Selling your company does not automatically transfer every contract to the buyer. Some agreements can continue under the new owner, while others may require consent, remain with you or need replacement. The outcome depends on the structure of the sale and the terms of...
When a loved one dies, who was also a joint account holder, access to the funds in that account can quickly become a concern. For joint bank accounts, the answer often depends on the account agreement, how the owners titled the account and the law that applies to the...
In New York, proactive estate and incapacity planning is legally essential. Unmarried partners have no automatic right to make financial or medical decisions for each other during a period of medical incapacity. Unlike married spouses who enjoy automatic legal...
The restaurant industry in New York is a behemoth. According to the National Restaurant Association’s 2026 factsheet, New York’s restaurant and food services sales reached $98.4 billion from the previous financial year. This is a promising sign for people who are...
Creating a trust is an important step in an estate plan, but it does not automatically change ownership of your home. Many homeowners assume that signing a trust agreement automatically places the property into the trust. In most cases, that is not how the process...
A deathbed will is a legal document drafted by the person who is facing imminent death. Sometimes these wills are contested in court based on the circumstances under which they were signed. Since the testator is usually in a vulnerable state while signing, the court...
Facing a foreclosure can be overwhelming. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to prevent the loss of your dream home. Since New York is a judicial foreclosure state, you have significant legal protections and multiple opportunities to save your property. It is...
Writing a will is one of the most important tasks you can complete, but it may also be extremely daunting. Beyond the legal complexities, there are significant emotional hurdles that make this process difficult. Understanding these challenges can help you move forward...
