We are proud to announce that Douglas E. Singer has been recognized in the 2025 Westchester Power 100, coming in at number 84. This annual list, compiled by City & State in partnership with journalist Aaron Short,...

Divorce can create unexpected complications in even the most carefully crafted estate plans. FRB Senior Counsel, Karen Davakis, recently shared her expertise in Investopedia’s article, “The Simple Mistake That Could Leave...

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman (FRB) is pleased to announce that Michael L. Landsman has joined the firm as a Partner in its Real Estate and Estate Planning Practice Groups. Landsman brings his extensive experience in...

By: Douglas E. Singer, Esq. So, you’re very excited. You’re about to launch a new purpose-driven company. Or maybe you have one, but something just doesn’t seem to be working the way you’d like. Here are five critical...

By: Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq. Estate planning is often considered a task for the wealthy or those nearing retirement. However, it is a vital process for all adults and, in some instances, even more critical for women. Women can...

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman is pleased to announce the formation of its Special Needs Planning & Special Education Law Practice Group, led by FRB Senior Counsel Patricia A. Craig, Esq. and Partner Kimberly S. Bliss,...

Falcon Rappaport & Berkman (FRB) is pleased to announce its merger with the estate planning and commercial litigation law firm Laidlaw & Simon P.C. (formerly known as Hollis Laidlaw & Simon P.C.), effective April...

By: Michael L. Moskowitz, Esq., Melissa A. Guseynov, Esq., and Elizabeth Conklin In a recent decision of interest to bankruptcy and estate planning attorneys alike, Chief Bankruptcy Judge Laura K. Grandy, sitting in the...

By: Jeffrey M. Verdon, Esq. Estate planning is crucial for high net worth (HNW) individuals who want to protect their assets and pass their legacy on to loved ones after death. High net worth individuals have unique tax and...

By: Dana Walsh Sivak, Esq. The New York State Department of Health announced this week that both the Medicaid Resource and Income Allowance thresholds will once again increase. This news follows what was already a significant...