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The Importance of a Health Care Proxy

New York State law permits you to appoint a person you trust to make health care decisions on your behalf if you become unable to make those decisions for yourself.  That person is called your “Agent.”  Typically, an agent is a trusted family member or close friend...

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What Happens if I Die Without a Will?

The short answer is “Intestacy” – an overly fancy word meaning to die without a Will. In New York State, if you expire without a properly executed and enforceable Will in place your assets and estate pass according to statute (EPTL § 4-1.1 to be exact). In summary,...

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Margie Vella – 2018 Women on a Mission

Margie Vella was recognized as a leader in our community at the YWCA NorthEastern NY’s 35th Annual Women of Achievement Celebration & Fundraiser on March 8, 2018. Specifically, Margie has volunteered and fundraised for the Rotary of Delmar for more than 25 years;...

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The Legal Project

Today we are celebrating our Pro Bono Champions Vella Carbone & Associates for their work with our end of life clients. Not only do Margaret Vella and Aaron Carbone volunteer their time and resources to help low income, terminally ill clients get their necessary...

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