by Knee Law | Sep 18, 2019 | Estate Law, Estate Planning
Designating Gifts or Guardianship for Pets Do you have a cherished pet, a dog, cat or other animal who has been a faithful and true companion? You may not realize it, but you can (and should) include your four-legged family members in your estate planning. If you...
by Knee Law | Aug 28, 2019 | Estate Law
Legislature Passes Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act On August 1, 2019, the Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act (the “Act”) became the law in New Jersey. Under the new statute, residents of New Jersey who have been diagnosed with a terminal illness, or who...
by Knee Law | Aug 2, 2019 | Estate Planning, Wills
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Multiple Executors One of the most important decisions, when you are putting an estate plan in place, is the choice of executor or personal representative. That person will oversee the orderly distribution of your estate in...
by Knee Law | Mar 1, 2019 | Estate Planning, Medicaid
According to many sources, as many as half of all Americans over the age of 65 will require some form of long-term care during their lives. Unfortunately, the costs can be substantial—estimates put the cost of a private room in a nursing home in New Jersey at more...
by kneelawfirm | Sep 21, 2018 | Estate Planning, Power of Attorney
What Is the Difference? Which Is Best for You? One of the critical components of an effective and comprehensive estate plan is a power of attorney. Your power of attorney is designed to go into effect during your lifetime, granting a designated person or entity the...
