Medicaid is a program which was enacted by Congress in 1965. The purpose of the program was to assist Americans who did not have the financial ability to obtain medical insurance on their own. Contributions are made by federal and local government to fund the program. Medicaid provides a variety of benefits. Among the many benefits provided are … [Read more...]
When An Executor Hires An Attorney For The Estate
Please click on the link below to watch today's video blog: https://youtu.be/VZtg7oPstYo Elliot S. Schlissel is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. He has been representing executors in estate administration proceedings for more than 45 years. He and his associates draft wills and trusts, handle estate litigation, … [Read more...]
Why Should You Have A Will?
To watch today's video blog, please click on the link below: https://youtu.be/SsAzKSway8I Elliot S. Schlissel is a member of the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys. Elliot and his associates have more than 100 years of combined legal experience representing clients with regard to all aspects of wills, trusts, and estate matters. … [Read more...]
Wife Held in Contempt for Failure to Turn Over Funds Pursuant to Court Order
Surrogate Nelida Malave-Gonzalez sitting in Bronx County recently found a wife in contempt for failure to abide by court orders. A proceeding was brought to find the wife in contempt with regard to her failure to abide by a court Order of April 28, 2010. This court Order required her to turn over $102,395.36 to her husband’s estate. The wife failed … [Read more...]
Wife Waives Her Rights to Inherit From Her Husband in a Prenuptial Agreement
Please click on the link below to watch today's video blog: https://youtu.be/FdHhWlHGrKE Elliot S. Schlissel is an elder law attorney. He can be reached at 516-561-6645, 718-350-2802, or by email to schlissel.law@att.net. … [Read more...]
Will Requirements
There are a number of requirements necessary to write what is referred to as a self proving will. I. You must be of sound mind to write a will. You must understand what you are putting into the will. You must know you are writing a will. You must understand who your next of kin are and what your assets are. You must be 18 years … [Read more...]
5 Baby Boomers Financial Attitudes And Conduct
It holds true that attitudes and financial behavior of the baby boom generation make a significant impact on the overall financial picture. Deliberating as to what is meant by the baby boom generation? Well! Baby boom generation primarily refers to all concerned Americans who were born 1946-1964. There are as many as five types of behaviors and … [Read more...]
Child Custody Issues
To watch today's video blog, please click on the link below: Elliot S. Schlissel is a child custody attorney. He has been representing parents for more than 45 years in all aspects of custody litigation. He and his associates are available for consultation by contacting one of the attorneys at 516-561-6645, 718-350-2802 or by email to … [Read more...]
Guardianship Attorney
Guardianship, in the State of New York, refers to proceedings to help individuals who are either in declining health, are unable to take care of their personal needs and/or financial needs, or who have been taken advantage of by third parties, fraudsters, friends, neighbors, or other loved ones. The purpose of a guardianship proceeding is to help a … [Read more...]
A Last Will and Testament: What is This?
A will, simply speaking, is a legal document which deals with who will receive your assets and handle the issues involving your estate upon your death. In addition, a will gives you the ability to appoint a guardian to watch over and raise your children should you die while they are in their minority. Wills Simplify Estate Issues A will can help … [Read more...]
