Monthly Archives: March 2025
What is the Probate Process?
Probate is a legal process that occurs after a person dies. While probate may not be necessary in all circumstances, it is a process that typically occurs in the aftermath of a person’s death and involves locating and identifying the deceased’s assets, paying the deceased’s debts, authenticating the deceased’s will, distributing assets, and otherwise… Read More »
Creating a Special Needs Trust
Do you provide for a disabled adult child or another disabled loved one? If so, part of your estate planning process should include discussing the creation of a Special Needs Trust (SNT) with your Summit estate planning lawyer. Special Needs Trusts are designed specifically to provide for disabled adults without affecting their ability to… Read More »
Why Parents with Young Children Should Consider Estate Planning
Many parents with young children in New Jersey do not realize just how important it is to think about estate planning. There is a common myth or misconception that estate planning is a process that only older adults need to think about, or something that only people with health issues or high net worths… Read More »
What is an Easement?
Land use law in New Jersey is a relatively broad area of the law that encompasses many different matters pertaining to the use of residential, commercial, and municipal property. Sometimes the issue of easements arises in New Jersey land use law — either for a party who wants or needs an easement, or for… Read More »
Do I Need a Variance to Renovate My Home?
If you own a home in Summit, New Jersey and are considering making renovations to your home, it is essential to know that you will likely need to apply for a variance with the City of Summit Zoning Board. In order to receive the variance you need to begin and complete renovations, your application… Read More »
Can I Use Residential Property for Commercial Purposes or Vice Versa?
Buying real estate in New Jersey can be an exciting endeavor, and you may see a specific property that would be ideal for your needs. However, you might learn that the property is not zoned according to your needs. For example, you may see residential property that you want to buy for commercial use,… Read More »