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What is a Special Needs Child?

Posted on May 23, 2024

People are frequently asking me - should I do a Supplemental Needs Trust for my child? In order to answer that question, I will need to know more details, of course. DEFINITION: A “special needs child” is a vague classification, so what does it actually mean? A special needs...

When Can Someone File For Guardianship?

Posted on May 10, 2024

What people think they know: Frequently people come to me and say: Mom is not being rational, she is refusing to get an aide even though she keeps falling, she is refusing to go to a doctor, she is giving too much $ to charity, I want to get a guardianship and...

Are You Obligated To Leave Equal Inheritance To All Of Your Children?

Posted on February 1, 2024

Ever wondered if you're obligated to leave an equal inheritance to all your children? In this video, we at Sverdlov Law reveal that, contrary to common belief, you have the freedom to decide how your estate is distributed. From estranged relationships to financial disparities among children, we explore scenarios where an unequal...

Does Putting Your Home in a Trust Protect it from Medicaid?

Posted on October 6, 2023

Explore how Trusts can safeguard assets, like your home, for Medicaid eligibility, balancing wealth preservation with healthcare access. Click here to read this article published by Yahoo Finance to learn more. Protect and plan your future with expert guidance. Contact us at 212-709-8112 or ksverdlov@sverdlovlaw.com to learn more or book a consultation...

Can You Force Your Adult Child To Go To Drug Rehab?

Posted on September 25, 2023

In the world of addiction, parents face a daunting question: can they force their adult children into rehab? In this video, we delve into the legal and emotional complexities of this pressing issue. For those who prefer to read this information, you can find the full script below. To...

Shana Tova! Happy and sweet New Year 5784! May this year bring you peace, health, joy, love and prosperity.

Posted on September 15, 2023

Recognizing and Preventing Elder Abuse

Posted on April 27, 2023

The difference between what you dreamed your retirement years would look like and the reality of those years will be influenced by several factors. Wealth, of course. And health. But equally important…is planning. Specifically, a comprehensive estate plan. Because proper planning will make the most of whatever wealth and health you’ve...

ABLE Accounts in New York

Posted on February 22, 2023

Many people know that New York City special needs planning attorneys help the parents and guardians of disabled children and adults with various estate planning issues, like establishing guardianships and special needs trusts. But in addition to a comprehensive estate plan, there’s an additional financial tool that many special needs parents aren’t aware...

Who will be the guardian of my child after I am gone?

Posted on February 6, 2023

Manhattan estate planning attorneys understand that many people are uncomfortable making the appointment to have an estate plan created. After all, no one wants to think about dying. Everyone over the age of 18 should have a will-- and other documents commonly created alongside it—like a healthcare proxy, power of attorney, and/or living will. But...

Understanding Special Needs Trusts

Posted on January 26, 2023

If you are the parent or grandparent of a minor or adult with special needs, you’ve likely heard people saying you need a special needs trust to protect them. What is a special needs trust? To understand a special needs trust, you first need to understand a trust in general. When people leave money to or...