Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resources (4)
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Coronavirus Legal Planning: What Documents do I Need?
In light of the coronavirus, it is important to know about the different legal planning documents and how they can be used to document wishes and empower loved ones to help should something happen. Content Detail
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Covid-19 Funeral Assistance
Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA will provide financial assistance for Covid-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. This page describes who is eligible for their assistance as well as how to apply for assistance for Covid-19 related funeral expenses. Content Detail
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Free Legal Services for Small Estates
Explains how to get help from a volunteer lawyer for a small estate ($50,000 or less, not including jointly owned property). Content Detail
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What legal planning documents do I need?
This resource has been prepared to help you understand the different documents, so that you can know what you need to prepare now or may need in the future. Read More
I need information about planning for the future (3)
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A Legal Checklist and Document Organizer For Seniors and Caregivers
This checklist and document organizer is provided to assist caregivers as they face a variety of challenges. Content Detail
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Getting Your Affairs in Order and A Guide For Your Survivors
This article will help you prepare for your death. The first part of this resource addresses concerns for those in the Retirement System and the second half addresses concerns of the Survivors. Content Detail
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Why You Need a Will
This pamphlet explains the purpose of a will, and what happens if a person dies without one. Content Detail
I need help writing a will (5)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wills In New York State
This resource provides answers to commonly asked questions about wills in New York State. Read More
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Make a Will
This resource provides step by step advise on how to make your will. *Please note that New York State has additional specifications that may not be included in this document. It is recommended that a lawyer assist in drafting all but the most simple wills.* Read More
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Providing for Your Pets
This is a brochure from the New York City Bar Association on measures that should be taken to plan for the care of a pet in the event of the owner's death or hospitalization. Content Detail
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What You Can't, or Shouldn't, Do in Your Will
This resource provides information on things, property, and issues to avoid when creating your will. *Please note that New York State has additional specifications that may not be included in this document. It is recommended that a lawyer assist in drafting all but the most simple wills.* Read More
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Wills and Lawyers – who needs them?
Alexander H. Ryley Director, Elderly Project Volunteers of Legal Service answers three common questions about wills and lawyers. -Do I need a will? -Can't I write a will myself? -Isn't the law pretty simple when it comes to wills? Content Detail
I want to create a living trust (2)
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Avoiding Living Trust Scams: A Quick Guide for Advocates
Overview of common living trust funds scams and what to do if you are a victim of this type of scam. Content Detail
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Living Trusts
This resource provides an overview of what a living trust fund is and what to expect if you obtain this type of fund. Read More
I am planning a funeral (3)
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A Consumer's Guide to Arranging a Funeral
This link will take you to a page on the NY Department of Health website written to help you find helpful information and learn about your rights if you are planning a funeral. Content Detail
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A Guide To Burial Assistance And Funeral Planning For New Yorkers In Need
This guide for residents of New York City only provides information on burial assistance and funeral planning for families and friends of poor persons who have died, and for social workers and others involved with making burial arrangements for poor people. Content Detail
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Covid-19 Funeral Assistance
Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA will provide financial assistance for Covid-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. This page describes who is eligible for their assistance as well as how to apply for assistance for Covid-19 related funeral expenses. Content Detail
I am an executor or I may become an executor (3)
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Being an Executor
This pamphlet is designed to give you general information about the role of an executor of a will. Content Detail
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Did you ever wonder, What is Probate?
Alexander H. Ryley Director, Elderly Project Volunteers of Legal Service answers four common questions regarding probate. Content Detail
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What is an Executor?
Description of what an executor is; what an executor does; who should be named an executor; if they get paid; what Surrogate's Court is; How a Will is Probated; etc. Content Detail
Someone I know has died (1)
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What happens to a person's property when they die
In New York State, the Surrogate's Court decides what happens to a person's property when that person dies. Learn more about this process. Content Detail
The person who died did not have many assets (1)
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Online Small Estate Affidavit Program
This program will ask you questions to help you fill out an Affidavit of Voluntary Administration. You can use this form to divide the property of someone who died. You can only use this form if the person who died had less than $50,000 worth of property. Read More
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