Divorce and family law have become increasingly complex in handling various domestic situations and potential legal problems. Clients who find themselves navigating the family courts of New Jersey and New York undergo phases of emotional upheaval. The family lawyer’s job is to know the law, understand and counsel clients on the consequences of several strategies, and advise them when it’s best to settle, continue litigating in courts, or seek an arbitrator.
Child Support
Child Custody and Visitation
Anyone going through a divorce, legal separation, or concerns about child custody with a spouse or domestic partner would benefit from the advice and guidance of an experienced family law attorney. We have over 40 years of experience handling all types of family law matters throughout Monmouth, Middlesex, Mercer, and Union County, NJ. These matters include...
Guardianship
Our attorneys explain the process of obtaining guardianship and advise you on the types of legal and welfare decisions you can make as a legal guardian. Whether you need guidance with paperwork or representation once the guardian is appointed, our lawyers ensure you know your legal rights.
While everyone must meet specific standards to qualify for Medicaid, we understand that no two families’ situations are alike. The avenues taken to obtain Medicaid eligibility and develop a financial strategy will always be different. For instance, those who are not in immediate need of long-term care may be able to distribute or protect their assets in advance. Medicaid planning in New Jersey lets them quickly qualify for Medicaid benefits when they need long-term care. We also evaluate other factors, such as a client’s savings, property, marital status, family support, and more. At Drescher & Cheslow, we know how to navigate a variety of circumstances to help you receive Medicaid benefits in your time of need.
Are you looking for an experienced estate planning lawyer or need assistance in wealth planning? We can help. Our estate planning lawyers and wealth planning attorneys protect your family’s financial security to ensure you have sound inheritance and gift planning strategies. While you may be avoiding the trip to the attorney’s office, we do everything possible to make you comfortable discussing your future goals. We explain ways to save money and time in otherwise complex or lengthy processes.
Wills
Probate may sound complex and expensive, but it is a standard legal process that formalizes the transfer of assets from a deceased person to their beneficiaries. Whether or not you require probate depends on the type of property and how you own it, and the state laws in which you live. While probate can be a complex process for vast estates, it is a simple formality for most Americans. Essentially, probate allows a judge to give legal permission for assets to pass whether or not there is a last will.
Trusts
Revocable Living Trusts ( RLT ) avoids probate proceedings and allows assets to transmit to beneficiaries faster. The assets in the trust bypass the probate court and usually take precedence over any property you designate in your will. A clear determining indicator of the need for probate is the value of the decedent’s property. If the valuation is less than $100,000, the assets qualify for a simplified procedure in most states. As one example, to act without court intervention for settlement in a simplified procedure...
Power of Attorney
There are a few types of medical advance directives. A durable power of attorney names a person to act as your healthcare proxy or surrogate who can make medical decisions and follow those outlined in your living will if you are incapacitated. A living will tells medical professionals when they should and should not use certain interventions, like intubation, CPR, and IV nutrition. A living will only pertain to saving a life, but a power of attorney can make any decision. For example, if a person is unconscious but not in peril of death, a power of attorney could consent to minor medical treatment that is not life-threatening.