New Jersey Law

Using Trusts to Protect the Assets of a Non-spouse Beneficiary

One alternative to outright distribution of assets to beneficiaries is the creation of a trust. A trust is an entity that is created by the person who is deciding how their assets should be handled after their death. This person…

Stretching Retirement Benefits in Estate Planning

It is important to give consideration to retirement benefits, such as IRAs and 401K’s when you develop an estate plan. There is more to consider than just naming an appropriate beneficiary. The plan should take into account the possibility of…