Estate Planning
The New Jersey Estate planning attorneys at WSH are committed to helping you create a plan that will ensure that your wishes are properly carried out.
Estate Trust & Administration
At WSH, we often work on behalf of families to act as the administrator of a deceased loved one's estate or trust.
Estate & Trust Litigation
Estate litigation in New Jersey is the legal process of resolving disputes that arise from the administration of a deceased person's estate.
NJ Estate Law Blogs & Articles
What the Jimmy Buffett Estate Fight Can Teach Families
Know what’s definitely not a cheeseburger in paradise? A drawn-out legal battle between family and trusted advisors. Yet that is exactly what’s happening in the...Continue reading→
Revocable Trusts vs. Irrevocable Trusts: What is the Difference?
Both revocable and irrevocable trusts are used in estate planning, but they serve different purposes and offer different advantages and disadvantages. A revocable trust allows...Continue reading→
What Is New Jersey Medicaid Planning?
New Jersey Medicaid planning is a legal and financial strategy designed to help individuals qualify for Medicaid benefits while preserving as many of their assets...Continue reading→
Understanding the Medicaid Look-Back Period in New Jersey
If you’ve started researching Medicaid planning, you’ve likely come across the term of the Medicaid look-back period in New Jersey. But what exactly does it...Continue reading→
Revocable Living Trust: A Flexible and Practical Estate Planning Tool in New Jersey
When it comes to estate planning in New Jersey, a revocable living trust is a versatile option that can help you manage your assets during...Continue reading→
5 Common Medicaid Planning Mistakes in New Jersey Families Should Avoid
Navigating Medicaid planning mistakes in New Jersey can be challenging, especially when it comes to planning around long-term care. Whether you’re preparing for your own...Continue reading→
What Could Happen When a New Jersey Resident’s Will Is Lost
A caution on what could happen when a New Jersey resident’s Will is lost at the time of their death. When a loved one passes...Continue reading→
Burial Disputes Between Parents in New Jersey
How does NJ settle burial disputes between parents when a child passes away? Every parent’s worst nightmare is to have to bury their child. And...Continue reading→
The Probable Intent Doctrine in New Jersey
The doctrine of probable intent guides courts in construction of a will or trust. It is crucial to use clear, unambiguous language when creating your...Continue reading→
What is Per Stirpes and How Can You Use it in Your Will?
Per Stirpes is a simple method of adding contingent beneficiaries to your will. Deciding who will inherit your assets and estate after you pass away...Continue reading→
Proving Undue Influence In New Jersey
When administering the estate of someone who has passed, the priority should always be to honor their intentions and wishes. In most cases, this can...Continue reading→
Wrongful Death Act In New Jersey
When someone passes due to a wrongful death in New Jersey, there are certain requirements if the family intends to file a wrongful death claim....Continue reading→
Issues With Partition Action In New Jersey
There are many ways to own property jointly in New Jersey, In some instances, if owners cannot agree to how to handle a property, a...Continue reading→
The Slayer Statute
It is generally understood that the slayer statute protects a persons belongings and funds when they are slain by a beneficiary of their estate. That...Continue reading→
8 Common Mistakes in Estate Planning
We see clients make the same mistakes in estate planning over and over. There is plenty of information out there about what to do when...Continue reading→
End-of-Life Decisions: What to Consider and Why it’s Important
While it can seem morbid, making end-of-life decisions is important to both your estate and your loved ones. There is a lot to consider, which...Continue reading→
Inheritance Tax Comparison: NJ, PA & DE
This article should make you familiar with the general inheritance tax considerations in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware. Tax considerations are a large part of...Continue reading→
A Properly Executed Will: Lessons from Aretha Franklin’s Estate Battle
Aretha Franklin’s estate battle teaches us lessons about a properly executed will. The recent jury verdict in the case of Aretha Franklin’s estate has shed...Continue reading→
