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4 Legal New Years Resolutions You Can Actually Keep

by Anthony J. Enea

New Years resolutions don't always work, but these four reasonable suggestions will serve you well for many more years to come.

Asian Countries Join Worldwide Child Protective Treaty

by Stephen J. Cullen

After several years of negotiations, the treaty—the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction—came into existence.

H-1B Applications: Proactive Steps in 2018

by Brad J. Hendrick

Last year, USCIS received approximately 199,000 applications for the 85,000 H-1B visas allocated each year.

Proceed with Caution!

by Bernard J. Bobber

When Section 7 protections clash with employers’ duty to prevent workplace bigotry

Attorney Michael Cohen's U.S. Court of Appeals Seventh Circuit Oral Argument

by Michael J. Cohen

To UMTA or Not to UMTA?

by Anthony J. Enea

When and why a trust may offer more protection than a UTMA custodial account

Factors to Consider when Selecting an Executor, Trustee, or Agent under a Power of Attorney

by Anthony J. Enea

The decision of who you should select as the executor of your Last Will & Testament, trustee of any trust you create, or as the agent under your Power of Attorney (POA) is a difficult task and one that involves the consideration of numerous factors.

Deadline for Limited Liability Companies

by Richard J. Kelber

How To Avoid Five Common Estate and Elder Law Planning Mistakes

by Anthony J. Enea

Missteps in planning can jeopardize your wishes and financial security—here’s what to watch for.

Going Into Business With a Partner

by Thomas J. Nichols

So you're thinking of going into business with somebody else? Maybe a friend or a family member. Or perhaps somebody who already is a business acquaintance. There are a couple things that you might want to consider as you think about going into a venture with a partner.

The Problems with Probate

by Anthony J. Enea

The complexity, cost and delays associated with the Probate process are not often discussed. The following are some of the reasons one should try to avoid utilizing a Last Will that needs to be admitted to Probate upon one's demise:

Does A Joint Bank Account Automatically Contain A Right Of Survivorship?

by Anthony J. Enea

A joint bank account is a ubiquitous and popular way to own an account with one’s spouse, children, loved ones and friends.

There’s No Such Thing as a Stupid Idea

by Patrick J. Perotti

In the world of class actions, one well-executed idea can make an entire career.

Protect Your Pets: Westchester Elder Law Attorney Anthony Enea Explains How to Provide for Pets in an Estate Plan

by Anthony J. Enea

Along with pet ownership comes the responsibility of ensuring your companion animal's care and well-being - even if that extends beyond your lifetime.

Trouble at Home

by James J. Vedder and Brittney M. Miller

Decisions about custody and parenting time after a separation or divorce are never simple. Family violence of any kind makes the process all the more complex—and the victim isn’t always the beneficiary.

Supportive Organizational Leadership

by J. Henry Walker IV

Those at the pinnacle of the profession owe it to their law firms—and themselves—to support talented attorneys in ways that ensure success.