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New Haven Will Lawyer on How to Avoid a Contested Will

March 23, 2023

Steven Rubin

New Haven, CT will and trust lawyer Steven Rubin shares planning strategies to help your family avoid conflict and a contested will after you’re gone.

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Trumbull Elder Law Attorney on Understanding the Differences Between the Aid and Attendance Pension Benefit and the Housebound Benefit for Veterans

March 15, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Trumbull elder law attorney Franklin Drazen explains two important VA benefits and how to know which may apply to your situation.

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Milford Trust Lawyer Warns: “Be Careful When Naming Co-Trustees”

March 10, 2023

Steven Rubin

Milford trust lawyer Steven Rubin shares important considerations when naming co-trustees to oversee your trust.

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Milford Probate Lawyer on The Benefits of Working With “Death Doula”

February 28, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Milford probate lawyer Franklin Drazen explains what a Death Doula is and the benefits of using one as a suppport in end-of-life care.

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New Haven Special Needs Lawyer: 3 Special Needs Planning Myths

February 21, 2023

Steven Rubin

New Haven special needs lawyer Steven Rubin dispels common myths about special needs planning that could prevent you from creating an effective plan.

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What Health and Happiness Look Like in the Second Half of Life | Trumbull Elder Law Attorneys

February 14, 2023

Franklin Drazen

Trumbull elder law attorneys share how you can plan ahead with simple stragegies to increase your health and happiness as you age.

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Milford Inheritance Lawyer Answers, “I Just Inherited a Retirement Account-Now What?”

February 8, 2023

Steven Rubin

Milford inheritance lawyer Steven Rubin helps you understand your options and what to do first when you’ve inherited a retirement account.

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When Dementia Brings Violence: Milford Elder Law Attorney Offers Tips for Help and Support

January 30, 2023

Franklin Drazen

MIlford elder law attorney explains how dementia can cause violent behavior and shares strategies and support for minimizing exposure to violent episodes.

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Trumbull Estate Planning Lawyers on Reasons to Avoid Naming Your Estate as an IRA Beneficiary

January 24, 2023

Steven Rubin

Trumbull estate planning lawyers discuss naming IRA beneficiaries and why you want to avoid naming your estate as your IRA beneficiary.

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New Haven Will and Trust Lawyers: New ALS Drug Brings Hope to Patients

January 17, 2023

Franklin Drazen

New Haven will and trust lawyers share information and what you need to know about a new drug option in the works for ALS patients.

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Can I Choose Not to Have a Funeral? | Milford Estate and Probate Lawyers

January 10, 2023

Steven Rubin

Milford estate and probate lawyers discuss reasons why someone may choose not to have a funeral and what other options are available.

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Community Spouses: What They Are and Why They Are Important

December 28, 2022

Franklin Drazen

New Haven elder lawyer Franklin Drazen explains what a community spouse is and discusses the benefits that go along with it.

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Milford Special Needs Attorney on the Differences between an ABLE Account and a Special Needs Trust

December 20, 2022

Steven Rubin

Milford special needs attorney explains how an ABLE account work and how it is different from special need a special needs trust.

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Letters of Instruction: What They Are and How They Help | Milford Will and Trust Lawyer

December 14, 2022

Franklin Drazen

Milford trust lawyer Franklin Drazen explains how Letters of Instruction can be a very important part of your estate plan.

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Trumbull Estate Planning Attorney What You Need to Know about Gaining Power of Attorney for Your Parent

December 9, 2022

Steven Rubin

Trumbull estate planning attorney Steven Rubin explains the process of gaining power of attorney for your aging parent.

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New Haven Estate Tax Lawyer Answers, “What Is Portability in an Estate Plan?”

November 30, 2022

Franklin Drazen

New Haven Estate Tax Lawyer Franklin Drazen explains how portability is and the impact it can have on your estate plan.

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TOD Beneficiary: What You Should Know | Trumbull Estate Attorney

November 23, 2022

Steven Rubin

Trumbull estate attorney Steven Rubin explains how a TOD Deed works and how to set one up for your chosen beneficiary.

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Wedding Bells Later in Life? What Newlywed Seniors Need to Know About Their Estate Plans

November 15, 2022

Franklin Drazen

Milford estate planning attorney Franklin Drazen discusses what you need to be aware of and prepare for if you're getting married later in life.

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Milford Trust Lawyer on the Elements of a Valid Trust

November 10, 2022

Steven Rubin

Milford trust lawyer Steven Rubin explains the elements that make a trust valid and the risks of having an invalid trust.

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What Is a Bypass Trust, and Do I Need One? | New Haven County Trust Attorneys

October 28, 2022

Franklin Drazen

New Haven County trust attorneys at Drazen Rubin Law explain the basics of a Bypass Trust, how it works, and when it may be beneficial to create one.

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Think a Handwritten Will Is All You Need? Here Are the Dangers from an Milford Estate Planning Attorney

October 24, 2022

Steven Rubin

Milford estate planning attorney Steven Rubin explains what can go wrong if you are relying on a handwritten will to uphold your wishes.

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Can Travel Really Count as Therapy for Dementia? Yes, It Can | Trumbull Elder Law Attorney

October 14, 2022

Franklin Drazen

Trumbull Elder Law Attorney Franklin Drazen discusses the benefits and how-to's of traveling with your loved one with dementia.

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Milford Will and Trust Attorney on the Best Ways to Store Estate Planning Documents

October 7, 2022

Steven Rubin

Milford Will and Trust Attorney Steven Rubin discusses the best options when it comes to storing your estate planning documents.

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Milford Estate Planning Attorney on What to Do When Your Loved One Refuses to Set Up an Estate Plan

September 30, 2022

Franklin Drazen

Milford estate planning attorney discusses ways you can encourage a stubborn loved one to set up an estate plan.

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What Should Be on My Estate Planning Checklist? New Haven Will and Trust Attorney

September 23, 2022

Steven Rubin

New Haven will and trust attorney will and trust attorney Steven Rubin shares a checklist of the most essential steps to take when creating an estate plan.

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