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Medicaid Recertification: Why Legal Guidance Matters

Having an experienced elder law attorney overseeing the Medicaid application and recertification processes can better one鈥檚 chance of achieving and maintaining Medicaid eligibility.聽

April 10, 2026
Who Does the Corporate Transparency Act Apply To?

The Corporate Transparency Act requires most entities to report 鈥渂eneficial owners鈥 and those who have substantial control or decision-making authority.

September 21, 2024
Digital Assets Estate Planning

What documents should be updated in your estate plan to reflect your wishes regarding email, social media accounts, and more?

September 15, 2024
ISM Changes for SSI Recipients Effective September 30, 2024

Starting September 30, 2024, food will no longer be considered 鈥淚n-Kind Support and Maintenance鈥 (ISM) for SSI purposes.

September 10, 2024
What Are the Different Types of Trusts?

The right trust for you will depend on the problems you are trying to solve. This blog post breaks down some of the most common types of trusts and when they might be beneficial.

September 5, 2024
明星黑料 Moves Manhattan Office Location, Following a Decade of Service in New York City

明星黑料 has a new home in Manhattan! The move comes as our firm celebrates more than a decade of service in New York City.

August 28, 2024
Is it better to gift property before or after death?

While it may be tempting to gift your house now, there are tax consequences in doing so.

August 19, 2024
Matthew Kiernan, Esq.聽 Appointed Co-Chair of Suffolk County Bar Association Surrogate鈥檚 Court Committee

Matthew Kiernan, Esq. has been appointed as co-chair of the Suffolk County Bar Association's Surrogate鈥檚 Court Committee for the 2024 鈥 2025 term.

August 14, 2024
Estate Tax Planning with SLATs

A SLAT is an irrevocable trust created by one spouse for the benefit of the other that can help reduce estate tax liability at the time of death.

August 13, 2024
The Benefits of Having an ABLE Account and Supplemental Needs Trust

Both SNTs and ABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without affecting their eligibility for public benefits such as SSI.

August 9, 2024
Filing for Adult Guardianship in New York

Whether it be through New York's Mental Hygiene Law Article 81 or SCPA Article 17-A, it is possible to provide for the needs of vulnerable adults.聽

July 29, 2024

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Modern legal practice is poised at the intersection of tradition and transformation with lawyers and firms struggling to fit the square pegs of ancient doctrines and procedures into the round holes of globalization, technology and economic shifts.

March 13, 2026 Read Article

We鈥檙e proud to share that our Partner, Hon. Gail Prudenti, has written a featured column for Long Island Business News titled 鈥淯nderstanding New York鈥檚 Court of Claims.鈥

October 6, 2025 Read Article

In the landmark case of Connelly v. United States, the Supreme Court addressed critical issues concerning the estate tax implications of life insurance proceeds used in the redemption of stock in closely held corporations.

June 17, 2025 Read Article

Our criminal courts protect victims. Our civil courts provide a forum for the peaceful resolution of disputes. Our family and surrogate鈥檚 courts guide families through what may be the most traumatic experience of their lives.

May 13, 2025 Read Article

As we reflect on the complexities of family law, let us work together to support our justices, understanding the weight of their responsibilities and the importance of their decisions.

May 13, 2025 Read Article

The Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (鈥淢APT鈥) is alive and well in the Elder law practitioner鈥檚 toolbox and is the best option for protecting real property.

May 13, 2025 Read Article