Wills & Trusts Attorney Suffolk County NY
Law Offices of James Henry Dunne, Esq.
Nassau • Suffolk • Queens • Brooklyn • NYC
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516-483-7037
Nassau • Suffolk • Queens • Brooklyn • NYC
Call or Email Now for a Complimentary Consultation
516-483-7037
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Ensure That Your Wishes Are Followed
Last Will & Testament
Advance Directive | Living Will
Powers of Attorney
Will Amendments
Last Will & Testament
Advance Directive | Living Will
Powers of Attorney
Will Amendments
Your Last Will & Testament provides the opportunity to distribute your property and finances, establish care for your children, and express your wishes upon your death. A will is the primary means by which you can leave property to a person or entity other than a blood relative, such as a domestic partner, a friend or a charity. If you pass away without a Will, NYS rules of intestate succession and the probate process dictate how your property will be distributed, which might not reflect your desires. Who gets what depends on living relatives and their relationship to the Decedent. To avoid what is usually not what a decedent would have wanted prior to their passing, A Will is essential for many individuals.
James will draft a clear and legally sound Last Will & Testament that includes considerations for your savings, investments, property, business entities, assets, child guardianship, executor responsibilities and more, all reflecting your thoughtfully planned wishes.
Unintended mistakes can render Wills invalid in whole or in part. An error in the drafting of your Will can cause confusion in court and conflicts among your heirs. It is also important to remember that a ill is a public document. If you wish to maintain your privacy (and the privacy of your beneficiaries and those excluded from your estate) a Trust may be the best alternative for you. To make sure that your wishes are carried out as you hope, it is wise to hire an attorney to commemorate your intent.
An Advance Directive (aka Living Will) comes into play only when one faces a life-threatening condition and is unable to communicate their desires for treatment. A person can appoint a healthcare proxy in advance of such unfortunate circumstances so that the proxy may make decisions regarding their care when they are unable to do so. When a medical crisis strikes, loved ones are often overwhelmed and unsure about the extent of lifesaving treatment the injured or ill person would want. Every adult should have an Advance Directive that clearly specifies their wishes for medical care and grants decision-making authority to a person (or persons) of their choosing.
Powers of Attorney are documents that convey legal authority for one person or organization (agent) to act in the name of another person for decision-making. A Power of Attorney can grant broad authority or be limited in scope. While a limited Power of Attorney can give an agent authority to act in your place for only a very specific period of time or to fulfill a specific task, a general Power of Attorney can transfer all of your authority to another party (or parties).
A Living Trust is a legal document that addresses how the assets of the incapacitated person should be managed, and should also be part of your Estate Plan considerations.
As your life moves forward, your circumstances and concerns may shift. To accurately reflect your wishes as they evolve, you should review and have your Will updated periodically, as necessary. James can review your existing Will and advise you in light of your current finances, marital status and family situation, and execute Will Amendments if and when needed.
Call or Email Now for a Complimentary Consultation
James will draft a clear and legally sound Last Will & Testament that includes considerations for your savings, investments, property, business entities, assets, child guardianship, executor responsibilities and more, all reflecting your thoughtfully planned wishes.
Unintended mistakes can render Wills invalid in whole or in part. An error in the drafting of your Will can cause confusion in court and conflicts among your heirs. It is also important to remember that a ill is a public document. If you wish to maintain your privacy (and the privacy of your beneficiaries and those excluded from your estate) a Trust may be the best alternative for you. To make sure that your wishes are carried out as you hope, it is wise to hire an attorney to commemorate your intent.
An Advance Directive (aka Living Will) comes into play only when one faces a life-threatening condition and is unable to communicate their desires for treatment. A person can appoint a healthcare proxy in advance of such unfortunate circumstances so that the proxy may make decisions regarding their care when they are unable to do so. When a medical crisis strikes, loved ones are often overwhelmed and unsure about the extent of lifesaving treatment the injured or ill person would want. Every adult should have an Advance Directive that clearly specifies their wishes for medical care and grants decision-making authority to a person (or persons) of their choosing.
Powers of Attorney are documents that convey legal authority for one person or organization (agent) to act in the name of another person for decision-making. A Power of Attorney can grant broad authority or be limited in scope. While a limited Power of Attorney can give an agent authority to act in your place for only a very specific period of time or to fulfill a specific task, a general Power of Attorney can transfer all of your authority to another party (or parties).
A Living Trust is a legal document that addresses how the assets of the incapacitated person should be managed, and should also be part of your Estate Plan considerations.
As your life moves forward, your circumstances and concerns may shift. To accurately reflect your wishes as they evolve, you should review and have your Will updated periodically, as necessary. James can review your existing Will and advise you in light of your current finances, marital status and family situation, and execute Will Amendments if and when needed.
Call or Email Now for a Complimentary Consultation