Practice Areas

• Medicaid
• Living Trusts
• Estate Administration and Probate
• Asset Protection
• Veterans Benefits
• Special Needs Trust

Blog

Estate Administration and Probate

• Finding Tips On Estate Planning at the Theatre
• Update on the Status of Federal Estate Tax
• Michael Jackson Estate Makes Land Mark Estate Deal With Sony
• The Governator Says Health Reform Will "Beat Up" California
• When a will isn’t enough

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News

• The Growing Rate of Dementia and Alzheimer's...
  Posted on 3/9/2010
• Let it snow! Pittsburgh Extends Property Tax Deadline...
  Posted on 2/9/2010
• Estate Tax, Medicaid, Social Security Changes Ring In New Year...
  Posted on 1/13/2010
• Main beneficiary to Michael Jackson’s estate shakes up her probate team...
  Posted on 10/22/2009
• Illinois Supreme Court upholds will restricting inheritance based on religion...
  Posted on 9/30/2009

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Library

Estate Administration and Probate

• When Pennsylvania Estate Recovery Can Take Place By Law
• Joint Bank Accounts - Risks and Benefits
• Guidelines for Gifts and Joint Accounts
• Intestacy Laws Of Pa: Dangers of Not Having a Current Living Will
• Drafting Wills That Protect Clients' Interests: Every situation is different, which is why we select vehicles that meets each client's needs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to make any changes to my estate plan if I move to Pennsylvania from another state or away from Pennsylvania?

A: The honest answer here is “it depends”.  Depending on which state you are coming from or which state you are moving to, there could be big differences between your state’s law and Pennsylvania law – or there could be negligible differences.  To ensure you cover all bases, it is a good idea to consult with a knowledgeable estate and trusts attorney when you move.

An estate planning lawyer can ensure that any language specific to your new state of residence is incorporated in your estate planning documents like wills and trusts.  You also may wish to make other changes to your documents based on the unique aspects of the new state's laws.

This will help you avoid any future problems such as issues in probate.  Ensuring that your estate planning documents are up-to-date and applicable in the state where you live will give you and your family great peace of mind.

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questions

Estate Administration and Probate

• When Can Estate Recovery Take Place By Law?
• Do witnesses have to actually witness the signing?
• What is a reasonable attorney fee for probating an Estate?

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