by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Sep 26, 2018 | Firm News
Selecting your executor is an important part of planning your estate. The right executor can help the probate process go smoothly and ensure that your wishes are carried out. Conversely, an executor who is unable or unwilling to perform the necessary duties can cause...
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Sep 18, 2018 | Estate Planning
Depending on one’s state in life, thinking about end-of-life matters may not seem all that important right now. The truth is, all adults in New Jersey, regardless of age or financial situation, should consider having an estate plan. Here are a few reasons why going...
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Sep 12, 2018 | Estate Litigation
Few New Jersey residents have the same level of assets music icon Aretha Franklin had when she died. Still, her case is one everyone can learn from. She is said to have died intestate — without a will or trust. This means that probate is necessary and estate...
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Sep 7, 2018 | Elder Law
Tim Conway is known for the various roles he has played on television since the 1960’s. Now, at 84 years old, he is battling dementia and requires skilled nursing care 24 hours a day — which he is currently receiving at what his daughter calls an excellent facility....
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Sep 3, 2018 | Estate Litigation
A district attorney in a neighboring state died from cancer in 2016. Less than two week’s before his death, he changed his will. This resulted in his mother pursuing estate litigation in an effort to get the new will thrown out. Such legal action may also be pursued...
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Aug 27, 2018 | Estate Planning
A power of attorney grants a designated individual the right to handle one’s affairs in the event that he or she is not in the position to do it for himself or herself. It is a powerful tool to have in one’s estate plan and can be created with the assistance of an...
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Aug 26, 2018 | Firm News
If you are someone who was shocked to find out what bequests and provisions your deceased New Jersey parent’s will contained, you may be wondering how in the world (s)he made such bequests. They do not seem to sync with who (s)he was and how (s)he normally acted....
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Aug 23, 2018 | Estate Planning
Many New Jersey residents enjoy the companionship of animals. These loyal friends are there during some of the roughest times in life offering love, support and comfort. It is normal to want to make sure that one’s pet is taken care of in the event of one’s...
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Aug 15, 2018 | Estate Litigation
People in New Jersey and all over the country have a lot of ideas on how to set up their estate plans to make things easier on their loved ones. Conflicting advise may be given from people in varying fields of expertise. There are several ways to set up an estate plan...
by Torzewski & McInerney, LLC | Aug 2, 2018 | Estate Planning
Many New Jersey residents need to take the time to do some planning for the future. Future planning is more than thinking five or 10 years out; it extends to planning for one’s incapacitation or death. While estate planning is not a fun topic, failing to get it done,...