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The Increasing Relevance of Estate Planning
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about unprecedented changes to our daily lives. For many people, this relentless health crisis has raised awareness as to how fragile life can be, and…
Read MoreEstate Planning In Times of Uncertainty
The recent outbreak of COVID-19 has many wondering if they are prepared for the unpredictable future. People are taking this time to get organized, assess their situations, and address their…
Read MorePaying For A Nursing Home
When you or someone you love requires nursing care, the sudden responsibility to cover the costs can be distressing. So what are your options? PAY OUT OF POCKET. Nursing home…
Read MoreSECURE Act: Problem or Opportunity?
On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement (SECURE) Act. The SECURE Act, which took effect January 1, 2020, is the most impactful…
Read More4 Trusteeship Misconceptions in a Special Needs Trust
Special Needs Trusts have two primary objectives: Fiduciary management and government benefit eligibility. Special Needs Trusts provide fiduciary management and oversight for individuals who are unable to take direct custody…
Read MoreThe Memories of 1999
For some, 1999 is only a distant memory, but for Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone, LLP, 1999 marked the start of something great. It marked the ambition and commitment of…
Read MoreThinking of Seeing An Elder Law Attorney? Information You Need to Know
Meeting with an elder law attorney is a significant step, and can be fraught with uncertainty. People often come to see me in times of crisis when a parent or…
Read More20 Years In Business
20 years. It’s a milestone symbolized with the gift of china flatware by traditionalists, and platinum by modernists. For Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone, LLP, it symbolizes two decades of…
Read MoreFunding – the “Glue” of a Successful Estate Plan
When most people think about their estate planning, they usually focus on whether they should have a will or living trust as their primary estate planning document. This “debate” (which…
Read More2019 Readers’ Choice Award Winners!
Continuing on a legacy of achievement, Hudson Valley law firm Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone, LLP has again been recognized as a Top 3 Best Law Firm in the Times…
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