by Austin Aimone | Oct 9, 2026 | Divorce, Estate Planning
A divorce changes an estate plan in two stages, and the first stage carries more risk. From the day a case is filed in the New York Supreme Court until a judge signs the final judgment, you are still legally married. Your spouse may still inherit from you and may...
by Austin Aimone | Sep 29, 2026 | Non-Profits
Yes, your charity can give scholarships straight to students. The money has to serve a charitable purpose, and winners have to be picked instead of hand-chosen by insiders. At Abelaj Law, PC, our NY nonprofit legal counsel helps New York City charities build...
by Austin Aimone | Sep 10, 2026 | Planned Giving
A private family foundation can be one of the most important ways to formalize charitable giving. It can involve multiple generations in a shared philanthropic mission, and create a lasting structure for the causes your family cares about. It is also one of the more...
by Austin Aimone | Sep 1, 2026 | Non-Profits
Receiving notice that a nonprofit organization has been awarded a grant is a significant milestone, often reflecting months of preparation and a funder’s confidence in the organization’s mission. Yet the work of responsibly managing a grant is only...
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...
by Jennifer Abelaj | Jan 20, 2026 | Estate Planning
Millennials and Estate Planning Millennials and estate planning might not sound like two terms that can go together. However, many members of this generation understand the importance of planning for the future. In the past, younger individuals did not put much...
