By Executive Order No. 202 on March 7, 2020, the Governor ordered that notarial acts required under state law are authorized to be performed via video technology. Stipulations include the following: If not known to the notary, the person seeking notary services must present a valid photo ID during the video conference. The video conference must […]
Dear Clients and Friends: I first wanted to extend our warm wishes of safety and health to you and your loved ones. Please see our posts on our website and Facebook for informational updates on developments as it relates to estates, estate planning and the courts. Initially, please be assured we are continuing to serve our […]
Dear Client:The coronavirus (COVID-19) is having effects on all levels of personal and business life, including the courts. Pursuant to the bulletin of the Chief Administrative Judge for New York State all non-essential court functions are being suspended until further notice. See the following link: https://www.nycourts.gov/whatsnew/pdf/Updated-Protocol-AttachmentA2.pdfWe will closely monitor the status of the court suspension and try our best to […]
I recently gave a series of talks in which I explained that every stage of life offers an opportunity for estate and elder law planning. What source better than the Bard himself, to help to organize these talks. Here is a brief summary of my presentation. The play “As You Like It” includes a beautiful […]
ABLE accounts are savings accounts for individuals with disabilities and their families. These accounts are a newer kind of financial plan, which emerged as a result of the Stephen Beck Jr., Achieving a Better Life Experience Act of 2014, also referred to as the ABLE act of 2014. ABLE accounts are a type of tax-advantaged […]
Having children changes one’s life, and gives it profound new meaning. As parents and grandparents, you always want what’s best for your children and grandchildren. You want to instill in them a hope about the future, which comes with a need to give them everything you can. Many aspirations in life come at a cost, […]
James Yastion, Esq., a New Paltz trusts and estates lawyer with over 16 years of experience in the field, will delve into the pros and cons of trusts versus wills, Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts for Medicaid and nursing home planning, Revocable Living Trusts to avoid probate, and family trusts to protect your children’s or grandchildren’s […]