BSF&B Partners Mark 45 Combined Years of Super Lawyers Recognition
Four partners at Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone, LLP (BSF&B) have been selected to the 2026 Upstate New York Super Lawyers list. Together they represent 45 combined years of recognition across four distinct practice areas: real estate law, municipal law, elder law, and business litigation. This year's honorees: Michael S....
Where to Find Your Estate Planning Documents in an Emergency
Where to Find Your Estate Planning Documents in an Emergency Most people don't think about estate planning until they need it. Maybe a loved one is hospitalized or has passed away, and the family is trying to figure out what they owned, what they wanted, and where important documents are....
Your Will Is a Tool. Your Estate Plan Is the Whole Toolbox.
Most people think having a will means they're covered. In her latest segment on WGNY with Sunny Joe (filling in for Bob O), Megan Conroy explains why that's only one piece of a much bigger picture — and walks through what an estate plan actually needs to include. Megan's analogy:...
BSF&B Welcomes Attorney Peyton M.B. Miller to Municipal Law & Landlord/Tenant Practice
Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone, LLP (BSF&B) is proud to announce that attorney Peyton M.B. Miller has joined the firm. At BSF&B, Miller's practice focuses primarily on municipal law and general litigation, working closely with BSF&B Managing Partner Will Frank, as well as landlord/tenant matters. Prior to joining BSF&B in...
Your Will Doesn’t Avoid Probate. Here’s What Does.
Most people assume a last will and testament means their family avoids court after they pass away. In her latest segment on WGNY, Megan Conroy explains why that's a myth — and what actually determines whether an estate goes through probate. What Probate Really Is Probate is the court process...
Elder Abuse & Fraud — Protecting Seniors from Smarter Scams
Scams Are Getting Smarter. Here’s What You Need to Know. Scams are nothing new—but they've gotten significantly more sophisticated, and older adults are the primary targets. In her latest segment on WGNY, BSF&B Partner Megan Conroy breaks down what today's scams actually look like, why they work, and the elder...
BSF&B Partners Michael Blustein & Richard Shapiro Honored by Orange County Bar Association
Senior Partner Michael S. Blustein and Partner Richard J. Shapiro, J.D., CELA, CAP have been presented with the Orange County Bar Association's award for outstanding service and dedication to the Bar and the citizens of Orange County. The honor was presented at the OCBA's annual business dinner on Thursday, June...
Important 2026 Medicaid Changes: What New York Families Need to Know
Two major Medicaid rule changes took effect in 2026 — and they could shorten Medicaid penalty periods, reduce application delays, and create new planning flexibility for New York families. If you're planning ahead, supporting an aging parent, or currently navigating a Medicaid application, these updates matter. 1. Shorter Penalty Periods...
Planning Ahead: Disposition of Remains — Pre-Planning Your Final Wishes
Planning Ahead: Don’t Leave Your Final Wishes to Your Will Your will handles money and property. But who decides how your body is laid to rest? Most people assume that's a family decision made in the moment — usually in the middle of grief and without your input. In New...
Planning Ahead: Irrevocable Trusts & Medicaid — Long-Term Care Costs & Essential Tools
Long-term care is one of the most expensive costs a person will ever face — and without the right plan, it can wipe out a lifetime of savings. In her latest radio segment, Megan Conroy breaks down the trust that protects against it. The Cost of Care in New York...