Heirs, Assets, and Arguments: Why Elder Law Attorneys Are Key in Probate Litigation -
Probate is the legal process through which a deceased person’s assets are distributed to heirs or beneficiaries and debts are settled....more
6/30/2025
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Why estate planning matters—regardless of age or wealth - Many people believe estate planning is something to consider later in life, or only if they have significant assets. But the recent and tragic passing of Liam Payne,...more
For newly married couples and those starting a family, estate planning is often thought of as something to address later in life. However, as discussed by Dan Stone, an associate in the Elder Law Practice Group at Mandelbaum...more
The Great Wealth Transfer: Preparing the Next Generation -
The great wealth transfer is underway in America. Through 2045, Baby Boomers will pass down approximately $84 trillion to Gen Z, Millennials, and Gen X. But what...more
12/31/2024
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In 2022, New Jersey enacted a new law to simplify the process for vehicle owners to transfer vehicles at death. N.J.S.A. 39:3-30.1b, which became effective on May 9, 2023, authorizes the owner of a car, camper, or motorcycle...more
Check out our April Elder Law and Special Needs newsletter! Our legal team explores important topics including beneficiary designations and the recent updates to the Medicaid divisor, which came into effect this month....more
5/2/2024
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The recent Appellate Division decision, In the Matter of the Estate of Heinecke, serves as an important warning to those who have named charitable organizations as beneficiaries in their Last Will and Testament. The case...more