While alternative dispute resolution has been successful in Surrogate’s Courts, Article 81 guardianship proceedings present unique challenges relating to an alleged incapacitated person.
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November 25, 2020
As published in Alison's monthly Ask An Attorney column in New York Parentingby Alison Arden Besunder, Esq.
Q: My 17-year-old daughter is off to college this fall, and will turn 18 in December. I want to make sure that I am the one to make decisions for her if something happens, and also to make... »
November 28, 2018
As published in Alison's monthly Ask An Attorney column in New York Parentingby Alison Arden Besunder, Esq.
Q: My wife and I are not U.S. citizens, but I have been living in the U.S. for 15 years. One of our three children was born in Italy, but the other two were born here and... »
January 18, 2018
Q: My mother (now 77 years old) made me the primary agent under her power of attorney. It’s a ten-page document and very confusing. What am I legally permitted and/or obligated to do? What is my legal exposure if I act on her behalf?
A: This is a question... »
July 19, 2017
Are you considering getting a family dog this holiday season? Or perhaps gifting a dog to an elderly family member or friend with the best of intentions, i.e. to give them companionship? While New York City may be one of the friendlier dog cities in the U.S., with off-leash... »
December 14, 2016
Q: I have a Last Will and Testament which states who should become the guardian of my young children if my husband and I are both deceased, but I have heard that probate can be a long and drawn out proceeding. Is there something I can do to protect... »
August 17, 2016