A Florida Resident’s Friend Who Lives in New Jersey May Not Serve as Personal Representative
With so many individuals moving to Florida, they often ask me about Florida’s elder law issues and questions. One thing unique in Florida is …
Mere words cannot express my gratitude
Mere words cannot express my gratitude that I have for Fred, Bonnie, Diane, and Michele for their caring, understanding and professionalism in the worst …
Thank you all for your time, knowledge and expertise!
I truly appreciated all the quick effort and handling of our Wills. I feel that our estate will be protected now with the help …
Family Members Fight for Right to Visit Ailing Parents and Relatives
Many states are passing laws to allow visitation by close family members regardless of whether a Power of Attorney or Guardian approves of the …
The results were unprecedented
Paralegal Lorraine was great to work with as the results were unprecedented. Great job. Thanks. Dorothy Rice, Millstone, NJ
Hanlon Niemann & Wright is a very professional firm
Hanlon Niemann & Wright is a very professional firm. Mr. Niemann is very knowledgeable about elder law and asked all the questions necessary to …
Personal handling of any questions asked
The patience provided to me and my family was unique, especially in this day and age. There were many questions asked on difficult topics …
Is This a Season of Joy and Gratitude, or a Season of Sadness/Despair?
Message from Fredrick (Fred) Niemann To Our Clients, Friends and Associates, I hope everyone enjoys a very Merry Christmas and/or Happy Chanukah. To all …
Very pleased
Words cannot describe how good the service at Hanlon Niemann & Wright was. Lorraine Banach, paralegal to Mr. Niemann, is a real gem. She …
Is Suicide Ever Okay?
This blog was written by an elder law colleague of mine, Victoria Collier, Esq., who lives in Georgia. I met Victoria years ago but …
Trade Secret and Confidential Information Litigation: It’s All About the Facts
Most companies require employment agreements for important executives, high-level management and key personnel to protect trade secrets and confidential information. Employment Agreements which prohibit …
Hanlon Niemann & Wright Attorney Named to 2020 NJ Super Lawyers List
On October 18, 2019, Christopher J. Hanlon, Esq. of Hanlon Niemann & Wright was once again selected for the New Jersey Super Lawyers List. …
The firm was very professional
The firm was very professional in everything they handled. The staff was very knowledgeable and prompt with their responses/information. I will recommend them to …
How is a Self-Cancelling Promissory Note Treated in Estate Death Tax Administration?
Understanding What a Self-Cancelling Note Means Under federal law “[t]he value of a gross estate shall include the value of all property to the …
Can the Legal Guardian or Parent of a Minor Child Set Up a Protective Trust?
This article discusses support trusts for minor children when a parent dies. New Jersey has a statute(s) that specifies the provisions that must be …
Understanding the Law of Tenancy by the Entirety When a Marital Home is Owned by a Husband and Wife
Recently, our associate prepared a memo about executing a creditor’s judgment upon a tenancy by the entirety. As a result, I read a few …
We were put at ease and everything was explained to us step-by-step
Lorraine handled our case in a very professional manner. All calls and questions got the utmost care. We heard about the horrors of preparing …
We are very pleased with Fred Niemann
I don’t feel like writing a whole testimonial but I was very pleased that Mr. Niemann didn’t encourage us to do so, or make …
Compassionate, listening and thorough explanations
Mr. Niemann and staff were compassionate, thorough and extremely knowledgeable in guiding us on our wills and healthcare directives. There is too much to …
Everyone is always so friendly and helpful and answers all my questions with care and concern
My husband and I have been using the services of Mr. Niemann for several updates to our estate planning over the years. We are …
Your firm is an asset to me
In the past 3 years, I had dealings with multiple law firms. The overall level of care, knowledge, listening and the drive to satisfy …
I was quite pleased with the service I received
I have not had much experience with any legal firm. I was quite pleased with the service I received. There was not one person …
The experience was terrific
Ever since my initial encounter with Hanlon Niemann & Wright (I was with my father), the entire staff was professional, efficient, courteous, and very …
When Can a Court Award Legal Fees Against an Estate in Connection with Probate Litigation
In probate litigation, it is common for one or all sides to ask for reimbursement of their legal fees and the costs of prosecuting/defending …
There’s Been a Big Change to Special Needs Trust Law: Learn About it Here
Back in the 1990’s, Congress passed a law that contained major changes to the federal Medicaid laws. Included in the law was a provision …
Hey Doc, You Better Report Me to Motor Vehicles or You’ll Get Sued if I Hurt Someone
I read an interesting article written by a personal injury attorney involving a case he settled when a physically and cognitively impaired patient killed …
Who Has Priority to be Appointed Administrator of the Estate of a Deceased Adult, a Parent or the Decedent’s Ex-Spouse or Their Minor Child?
An adult parent dies. It’s tragic. Now his or her estate needs to be probated and administered. The person was divorced at the time …
Are You Really Married in New Jersey If There is a Religious Wedding But No Marriage License?
I recently read a series of posts about the title of this blog post. In all truth, I hadn’t really thought about it or …
Widow in Second Marriage Has Legal Rights to Deceased Spouse’s Estate
A client’s dad was in a second marriage when he died recently. The couple did not have a prenuptial or post-nuptial agreement. Dad always …
Distribute Probate Estate Funds Cautiously, But Don’t Be Unreasonable
A client’s father’s estate is in probate. His son is the personal representative. Dad’s will leaves everything to his two sons (brothers) to share …