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Bay Shore Wills, Trusts, & Estates Attorney

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The Law Offices of Susan A. Kassel, P.C. has helped countless clients through all matters regarding wills, trusts & estates for over 30 years, and we can do the same for you. We know how both important, and potentially sensitive these issues can be, which is why from the moment you meet with our firm, we will provide you with our undivided attention and knowledge of the law. Our Bay Shore firm can help you establish wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents so you can go on living with the peace of mind you deserve. Additionally, our firm can also help all those who have been designated as executors or beneficiaries and are entering the estate litigation process. No matter your circumstances, if you have estate planning concerns, we are here to help. For the quality legal services you and your family deserve, contact a Bay Shore wills, trusts & estates attorney from The Law Offices of Susan A. Kassel, P.C. for a consultation.

Our Legal Services

Wills

Wills are the heart of any estate plan, no matter the individual’s financial circumstances. Though there are many online will-writing kits, the truth is, you need an experienced Bay Shore estate planning attorney on your side who can properly prepare your possessions and assets in a will to ensure they are distributed according to your wishes upon your passing.

Trusts

Trusts, very often, are created in conjunction with wills. Many people create either revocable or irrevocable trusts to help families avoid probate court and have beneficial tax implications for the beneficiaries in question.

Estate Administration

The estate administration process begins once someone passes away. Various testamentary documents, such as trusts and wills, call for estate administrators who can ensure their directions are carried out as intended. If you were appointed as an executor or administrator, our firm can help.

Estate Litigation

Unfortunately, when people pass away, if they do not properly create valid and legally enforceable estate planning documents, disputes can easily arise between family members, beneficiaries, and otherwise. The process of resolving these disputes is known as estate litigation. We can help ensure these disputes are resolved both promptly and according to your loved one’s wishes.

Contact a Wills, Trusts & Estates Attorney in Bay Shore Today

Whether you wish to prepare your estate, or you need help with an existing estate, The Law Offices of Susan A. Kassel, P.C. is here. For over 30 years, we have served clients across Long Island, including in Bay Shore, and are here to serve you, too. Contact The Law Offices of Susan A. Kassel, P.C. today to schedule a consultation.

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