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Retirement Assets and Estate Planning Best Practices
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Navigating Probate: A Journey Through Estate Settlement The probate process is like a bureaucratic journey your assets take after you pass away. Picture this: your loved ones, grieving your loss, are faced with navigating a court-supervised maze. This process involves tallying up all your belongings, from properties to prized possessions, and distributing them according to…

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Picking the Right Insurance Plan For You
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Exploring insurance plans in New Jersey is crucial for both financial security and maintaining family harmony during difficult times. In this article, we’ll explore various aspects of insurance and the importance of long-term care coverage. What is an Insurance Policy? An insurance policy is a contractual agreement designed to provide protection against specific losses and…

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The Importance of Medical Power of Attorney
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As New Jersey estate planning attorneys, we cannot overemphasize the importance of a medical power of attorney (MPOA). Medical powers of attorney can also be referred to as a “healthcare proxy.” This vital legal document allows you to appoint a trusted individual to make healthcare decisions for you when you are unable to do so.…

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The Executor & Their Responsibilities
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Choosing an executor is one of the most important decisions that a testator (person who drafts a will) has to make. The executor, known in New Jersey as a personal representative, must carry out the deceased’s stated wishes. Executors have other duties, including paying outstanding debts, taxes, and distributing assets to beneficiaries. If you have…

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Small Estate Administration in New York
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As New York probate attorneys, we know that the process of administering an estate can be stressful, time consuming, and potentially costly. Luckily, New York offers a streamlined process for small estate administration, providing an alternative to the standard probate procedure. This specialized approach is not only quicker and more cost-effective but also simpler, making…

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MLTSS Income & Resource Limits for 2024
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As an experienced attorney, I understand how overwhelming the Medicaid Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) application process can be. In this article, the New Jersey Medicaid attorneys at The Chamberlain Law Firm will explain the MLTSS income & resource requirements. By understanding these requirements, you can determine whether you or a loved one may…

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New Jersey Medicaid: Pre-Planning vs. Crisis Planning
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According to the US Department of Health and Human Services about 70% of today’s adults over 65 years old will require some form of long-term care. Luckily, long-term care can be affordable through New Jersey’s Managed Long-Term Services and Supports program, or MLTSS for short. Applying for MLTSS requires planning to prevent your long-term care…

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In New Jersey, How Long Must An Executor Pay the Estate’s Debts?
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Being named as the executor of an estate can make an already challenging period of grief even more stressful. One of the executor’s duties is to pay the outstanding debts of the estate using the estate’s funds. This is because an individual’s assets and liabilities do not simply vanish after their passing. Rather, their assets…

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Financial Planning With Dementia
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As an experienced New Jersey elder law attorney, I know that navigating the intricate landscape of financial planning with dementia can be daunting, especially when considering the potential challenges and costs of dementia long-term care. However, with the right legal tools and expert guidance, it’s possible to establish a robust plan that not only safeguards…

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