Monthly Archives: May 2026
Do I Need a Pour-Over Will If I Have a New York Living Trust?
A revocable living trust allows you to transfer assets to family members and other beneficiaries outside of the normal New York probate process. This is because assets placed in trust during your lifetime are not considered part of your probate estate, i.e., the property that passes under your will. That said, even if you… Read More »
Making Your Intentions Clear in a New York Will
Creating a last will and testament is not difficult. But it does require attention to detail. For example, if you decide to leave a specific item of property, particularly real estate, to a beneficiary, it is critical to precisely describe that property so as to leave no doubt as to your meaning. Many times… Read More »