Blog Category: Estate Planning & Administration
The Lesson of Terri Schiavo
Apr 14, 2025 | Written by: | Share
Now more than 15 years ago, the world watched as Terri Schiavo’s family repeatedly litigated her fate. Regrettably, this highly publicized family conflict could have been easily avoided had Terri...
It’s a Trust Thing
Apr 14, 2025 | Written by: | Share
Trusts come in many shapes and sizes. One size does not fit all. Which trust to use, or whether to use a trust at all, depends on the circumstances of each case.
Medical Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill
Apr 14, 2025 | Written by: | Share
As of August 1, 2019, New Jersey has a law allowing capable, terminally ill adult patients to end their lives. Known as the Medical Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act, the law provides that...
Will Challenges
Apr 14, 2025 | Written by: | Share
Any last will and testament is potentially subject to judicial challenge. If a will is prepared in accordance with the formalities required by state law, the surrogate is empowered to accept its...
New Jersey Trust Administration Made Simple
Aug 8, 2023 | Written by: | Share
If you are designated to serve as the Trustee of a Trust established either in a Will or in a Trust Agreement, the first step is to accept the Trusteeship. Once the Office of Trustee is accepted, you...
Estate Administration Made Simple
Aug 2, 2023 | Written by: | Share
We frequently receive calls from prospective clients who have been designated to serve as an Executor for the estate of a relative or close friend who has passed away. We provide legal advice and...
Estate Planning Simplified
Jul 25, 2023 | Written by: | Share
Estate planning can be a complex undertaking. However, for the vast majority of clients, estate planning is relatively simple. That is to say, if estate tax shelter planning is not needed, and if all...
How to Avoid the Requirement of Posting an Administrator’s Bond in NJ
Nov 7, 2022 | Written by: | Share
New Jersey law requires that a person applying to be appointed to serve as the personal representative (executor or administrator) of an estate post an Administrator’s Bond to collaterally secure...
How to Probate the NJ Property of an Out-of-State Decedent
Nov 3, 2022 | Written by: | Share
If a non-resident decedent dies owning real property in New Jersey, then an ancillary administration of the decedent’s estate to appoint a New Jersey administrator must take place in the county...
Estate Planning for Blended Families
Sep 24, 2021 | Written by: | Share
Many families include children from prior spousal relationships. During the lifetimes of both spouses, joint decisions can easily be made regarding family finances that are fair to all concerned....