by Jennifer Abelaj | Aug 7, 2026 | Closely-Held Businesses, Estate Planning, Taxation, Trusts
New York City has implemented a new Non-Primary Residence Surcharge, commonly known as the “pied-à-terre tax,” on certain high-value residences that are not used as a qualifying primary residence. If you own a condominium, cooperative apartment, townhouse,...
by Jennifer Abelaj | Jun 8, 2026 | In the News
Jennifer V. Abelaj, Guest on Wealthy Woman Lawyer Podcast – Episode 107, originally aired 06-29-2021 Jennifer V. Abelaj, Guest on Wealthy Woman Lawyer Podcast – Episode 107, originally aired 06-29-2021 I enjoyed my recent discussion with Davina Frederick, Esq., who is...
by Jennifer Abelaj | Jun 8, 2026 | Estate Planning, Health Care Proxy
HIPAA Waivers and Estate Plans Estate planning is an important part of life, and one key element of a successful estate plan is incorporating a HIPAA waiver. HIPAA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a federal law that protects the privacy...
by Jennifer Abelaj | Jan 20, 2026 | Governance, Non-Profits
Nonprofit Bylaws – What to Include & Common Mistakes Nonprofit organizations exist to meet the needs of the public and address critical issues in our society. While every nonprofit has its own unique mission, all nonprofits need a comprehensive set of bylaws to...
by Jennifer Abelaj | Jan 20, 2026 | Non-Profits
Non-Profit Employee Handbook Non-profit organizations are subject to the same employment laws as any other employer, from paying withholding taxes on employee wages to termination and unemployment compensation. Therefore, it is a good idea to have a non-profit...
