Same Sex Estate Planning: (Gay and Lesbian Estate Law)
There are many financial and legal issues which same-sex couples and gays and lesbians face which married heterosexual couples do not. Mr. Bernstein is thoroughly familiar with these issues and with the work which is necessary to protect same-sex couples as well as gay and lesbian individuals in not only financial matters but legal issues. He advises his clients on laws regarding civil unions, domestic partnerships and how these can impact upon a client’s finances. In addition, he advises gay and lesbian individuals and same-sex couples on the utilization of Living Trusts, Wills, Powers of Attorney and other legal documents in order to protect their interests in the event of an unforeseen occurrence. Since gay and lesbian individuals and couples lack the same tax, inheritance and employment benefits that marriage bestows, these benefits must be created through the use of Estate Planning documents in order to afford them the protection and security which the law, in many instances does not.
Estate Planning: (Wills, Trusts, Power of Attorney, etc)
Estate Administration: (Probating Wills)
Special Needs Planning and Guardianships: (Children and Adults with Disabilities)
