NEW YORK ESTATE PLANNING

04. 05

2026

By Judy S. Mock Estate Planning No Comments

5 Legal Steps New York Sandwich Generation Families Can’t Afford to Miss

If you’re part of the Sandwich Generation in New York, you’re balancing two major responsibilities: raising children while caring for aging parents. Without proper legal planning, a medical emergency or sudden incapacity can quickly create unnecessary stress, court involvement, and financial complications. The good news is that proactive estate and elder law planning can make […]

27. 04

2026

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Created a Living Trust? Here’s Why Your Deed Must Be Updated in New York

Creating a comprehensive estate plan is a smart way to protect your assets and provide for your loved ones. But if your plan includes a revocable living trust, signing the documents is only the beginning. To make your plan effective, you must take the critical next step: funding your trust. For New York homeowners, that […]

20. 04

2026

By Judy S. Mock Estate Planning No Comments

Unmarried and No Kids? Why You Still Need a Will in New York

It’s a common misconception: if you don’t have children, you might think a will isn’t necessary. After all, who are you leaving things to? However, an experienced New York estate lawyer will tell you that having a will is crucial for everyone, regardless of their family structure. Whether you’re single, married, in a partnership, or […]

07. 04

2026

By Judy S. Mock Estate Planning No Comments

DIY and AI Wills: What New York Families Need to Know

Picture this: You’re scrolling through social media when an ad pops up. “AI Can Write Your Will in Minutes!” it proclaims. You think, “Perfect! If AI can pass the bar exam, surely it can handle my simple will, right?” Not so fast, my tech-savvy friend. I’ve seen my share of DIY disasters, but AI-generated legal […]

31. 03

2026

By Judy S. Mock Estate Planning No Comments

The ABCs of New York Revocable Living Trusts

If you’re considering estate planning options, you’ve likely heard about revocable living trusts. But what exactly are they, and how do they work? As a New York estate planning attorney, we help families understand these powerful planning tools every day. Let’s break down the basics using a simple ABC approach. A is for Avoiding Probate […]

17. 02

2026

By Judy S. Mock Estate Planning No Comments

Leaving an Inheritance to a Friend: How New York Estate Planning Makes It Legally Stick

Most of us instinctively think of spouses, children, or other close relatives when we consider who will inherit our assets. Yet many clients come to our office wanting a friend, sometimes their closest companion, to receive part or even all of their estate. That wish is perfectly valid, but it must be appropriately documented. If […]

NEW YORK ESTATE PLANNING

5 Legal Steps New York Sandwich Generation Families Can’t Afford to Miss

Created a Living Trust? Here’s Why Your Deed Must Be Updated in New York

Unmarried and No Kids? Why You Still Need a Will in New York

DIY and AI Wills: What New York Families Need to Know

The ABCs of New York Revocable Living Trusts

Leaving an Inheritance to a Friend: How New York Estate Planning Makes It Legally Stick

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