Raymond Radigan

February 26, 2021 | New York Law Journal

In December, Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a series of amendments that made significant changes to the requirements for statutory powers of attorney in the state of New York. The changes, as discussed by C. Raymond Radigan and David Milner in this edition of their Trusts and Estates Law column, are an effort on the part of the New York Legislature to address issues that had become problematic with the use of the existing statutory power of attorney.

By Raymond Radigan and David Milner

8 minute read

December 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In this Trusts and Estates Law column, C. Raymond Radigan and Lisa Fenech write: The systems by which wrongful death actions are commenced, and settled, are integral to the proper reimbursement to families for their loss. As a statutory mechanism for recovery, the procedures followed must be uniform to enable consistent recovery and allocation of funds. The incorporation of SCPA §702(1) restrictions on all Letters would ensure reliability for decedent's families and the courts in these matters.

By C. Raymond Radigan and Lisa Fenech

7 minute read

October 30, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In their Trusts & Estates Law column, Raymond Radigan and Lois Bladykas address an important question for account owners and their estate planning attorneys: Is the account in question truly a joint account, or is it merely a convenience account? While this may appear to be a simple question, this issue is ripe for litigation and frequently plays out in the courts after one of the account owners passes away.

By Raymond Radigan and Lois Bladykas

7 minute read

September 11, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In this Trusts and Estates law column, C. Raymond Radigan and Lisa Fenech discuss the steady demand for donated organs and the declining supply.

By C. Raymond Radigan and Lisa Fenech

6 minute read

July 03, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In their Trusts and Estates column, Raymond Radigan and John G. Farinacci write: The interest in settling inheritance issues becomes particularly important to couples where there are children of the marriage and couples are confronted with the possibility that a subsequent remarriage will jeopardize the children's or their own inheritance rights.

By Raymond Radigan and John G. Farinacci

12 minute read

May 01, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In their Trusts and Estates column, Raymond Radigan and Lois Bladykas write: The use of a mediator during this time of "social distancing" is possible through video and other electronic means, and if matters are resolved, the burden on the court system will be reduced.

By Raymond Radigan and Lois Bladykas

4 minute read

February 28, 2020 | New York Law Journal

Chances are that you or a family member has undergone a genetic data analysis through one of the many DNA analysis services out there. The results can be interesting and informative, but there are some far-reaching implications. In their Trusts and Estates Law column, C. Raymond Radigan and Jennifer F. Hillman discuss issues that trust and estate attorneys may encounter in their practices relating to these implications.

By Raymond Radigan and Jennifer F. Hillman

6 minute read

January 03, 2020 | New York Law Journal

In this Trusts and Estates law column, C. Raymond Radigan and Lisa Fenech discuss a new mediation initiative that is helping to resolve the logjam within the courts. Practitioners should be aware of this plan, and the ways it may help their clients resolve family disputes in a more efficient manner.

By C. Raymond Radigan and Lisa Fenech

6 minute read

November 21, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Today, the Surrogate's Court is a Constitutional Court and is not a creature of the legislature. It was created by the people and, therefore, it would require a constitutional amendment to change that court.

By C. Raymond Radigan

10 minute read

November 01, 2019 | New York Law Journal

In their Trusts and Estate Law column, C. Raymond Radigan and John G. Farinacci conclude a series of articles about contested probate proceedings in the Surrogate's Court by focusing on the trial and pre-trial considerations.

By Raymond Radigan and John G. Farinacci

9 minute read