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Einbinder & Dunn, LLP is committed to providing high-quality, cost-effective solutions for all of its clients' legal problems. The partners and their experienced staff of associates take a hands-on approach to each matter. The attorneys are responsive and proactive, working only in each client's best interest to achieve superior results.

Attorneys For Wills And Estate Planning Services

Experienced Manhattan Estate Planning Lawyers

For more than two decades, New York residents, families and business owners have been turning to the partners of Einbinder & Dunn for answers to questions and dependable estate planning services. Understanding that no two clients are in the same circumstances and that wills should be just as unique, the firm's attorneys take a hands-on, more personal approach in working with clients to draft wills that are part of comprehensive, integrated estate plans.

Wills can be fairly straightforward or highly complex, depending on your wishes, assets and legal needs. Generally, a well-considered, properly drafted will can serve several purposes, including:

  • Naming executors, trustees and guardians
  • Minimizing and possibly eliminating federal estate taxes
  • Controlling the distribution of business assets upon death
  • Transferring a company ownership interest
  • Appointing a guardian for minor children
  • Establishing and funding a trust for minor children
  • Controlling the distribution of items of personal significance

Will Requirements and Limitations

People face more estate planning choices than ever before. Internet websites offer discount wills, and computer programs allow users to create their own. But with these "do-it-yourself" wills also come pitfalls. Wills — especially in New York state — are complicated legal documents that must be drafted to meet your unique needs. New York places strict requirements on wills and failure to draft or execute them properly can lead to extensive costs and family disputes. To do things properly, it is critical to turn to an experienced estate planning attorney.

Using years of experience, Einbinder & Dunn's services with respect to wills span the entire range of possibilities. We also draft and review other estate planning documents that are generally part of a complete estate plan. These include living wills, health care proxies and special powers of attorney.

For questions or additional information about Einbinder & Dunn's trusts, wills and estate services, please contact Einbinder & Dunn by completing our online contact form or by calling 866-490-4909 or 212-391-9500 to speak with one of the firm's partners.

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Two cases successfully handled by Einbinder & Dunn involving franchise agreement non competes are the subject of a story in the February issue of Franchise Times. To read the article click here

Michael Einbinder was a featured speaker at the event “Franchise Roundtable – Do’s and Don’ts of Franchisor FDD’s and Franchisee Compliance,” sponsored by Citrin Cooperman, a well established New York accounting firm with a franchise practice. The event took place on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. at Citrin Cooperman, 529 Fifth Avenue (44th between 5th and Madison) 4th Floor, New York, New York 10017. Click here for more information.

Einbinder & Dunn recently prevailed on behalf of a former franchisee in the child care industry. The Franchisor sought to enforce a noncompetition agreement and the court ruled that the Franchisor failed to establish irreparable harm or the public interest element of its injunction application and denied the motion. Click here for more information.

Michael Einbinder contributed a chapter in the ABA Forum Publication entitled "Covenants Against Competition in Franchise Agreements," Third Edition, published in the Fall of 2012.

Julie Lusthaus spoke at a workshop entitled "Career Alternatives: Franchising - It's NOT Just Burgers & Fries," on November 13th, 2012. The workshop was held at Webster Bank, One N. Broadway, White Plains, NY 10604. Click here for more information: Career Alternatives: Franchising - It's NOT Just Burgers & Fries

Michael Einbinder was interviewed on “The Voice of Manhattan Business” presented by the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. The subject of discussion was "Introduction to Franchising" broadcasted through BlogTalkRadio live on Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at 12:00 Noon. Click here to listen to the interview.

Michael Einbinder and Julie Lusthaus participated in the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce Event for Veterans on May 22, 2012. This event provided veterans with information about owning their own businesses and owning franchises in particular.

Einbinder & Dunn exhibited at the International Franchise Expo on June 15-17, 2012 in NYC. This Expo was intended to be one of the most comprehensive learning experiences about franchising to be conducted. If you are interested in obtaining more information about this event or franchising in general, please contact us.

Michael Einbinder has been named a Legal Eagle by franchise-industry publication, Franchise Times. The magazine bases this designation on peer recommendations and contributions to the franchise industry, such as writing for legal publications and speaking at franchise events. Michael has received this recognition for the last seven years.

Click here to listen to the interviewJulie Lusthaus was interviewed on WVOX 1460 AM by Marsha Gordon, President and CEO of The Business Council of Westchester about issues in franchising. Click here to listen to the interview.


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