Non-traditional families present unique issues during their lifetimes as well as after death. For instance, a husband and wife may have children and grandchildren from
Caution: If you and your spouse make gifts, a gift tax return may need to be filed even if the amount is under the yearly
We have received many questions recently about the 2016 tax laws, which may be driven by the fact that many Americans are finalizing their 2015
One of the most frequent questions that our estate and probate department (http://www.cooperlevenson.com/Practice-Areas/Estate-Planning/) receives is how a surviving spouse manages assets that were jointly owned
Maybe you’re not ready for a nursing home but imagine being forced into institutional care to gain eligibility to receive Medicaid coverage. That was the
The Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE) is gaining popularity as people recognize the ease in gaining eligibility and setting up an account. The
On February 22, 2013, representatives of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services released a healthcare treatment planning device to more efficiently execute
For the past 35 years a significant portion of my practice has been devoted to representing people involved in Will contests – cases wherein a