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Estates

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Do I Need a Will If I Don’t Own Much?

Short answer: probably yes. Here is what a simple will does, what happens without one in New York, and what it typically costs.

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Real Estate

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Five Clauses to Check Before You Sign a Commercial Lease

Most lease problems start with clauses nobody read closely. These five deserve a second look before you sign.

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Employment

6 min read

Severance Offers: What to Ask Before You Sign the Release

A severance agreement is a negotiation, not a formality. Here is what to check, and what is often negotiable.

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Disputes

8 min read

Mediation or Litigation? Choosing the Right Path for a Dispute

Most disputes never reach a courtroom. Here is how mediation compares with litigation on cost, speed, privacy and control.

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