Author Archives: Nathan A. Shook
Living Wills
A Living Will is a legal document in which you state your wishes regarding future health care. While New York State does not have any statutes governing Living Wills, the Court of Appeals, New York’s highest court, has found Living Wills are valid if they provide “clear and convincing” evidence of one’s wishes. Generally, the Living… Read More »
An Executor’s Responsibilities
What does it mean when you’ve been named as the executor of someone’s will? What are your responsibilities? How much of your time will be required? Will it cost you money? These are some of the questions that may come to mind when you find yourself thrust into the role of administering the estate of a… Read More »