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Jun 2014 13 Categories: Press Releases

Ronald B. Glazer, of Astor Weiss Kaplan and Mandel LLP, Continues to Grow a Reputation as One of the Best Lawyers in America

It is difficult enough to earn the title of being one of the best lawyers in Philadelphia. It is even harder to maintain that title for several years. Ronald B. Glazer, an extraordinarily talented and dedicated lawyer, practicing real estate and real estate finance law at Astor Weiss Kaplan and […]

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Jun 2014 10 Categories: Legal Topics, Wills Trusts Estate Law

Dying Without a Will

If you die without a will in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, certain assets, including property, will be distributed based on the laws Interstate Succession. It is important to note that not all property is passed down by will. Certain assets, such as assets held in joint tenancy or tenancy by […]

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May 2014 30 Categories: Legal Topics, Tax Laws

Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax

Pennsylvania does not charge an estate tax. However, Pennsylvania is one of the few states that impose an inheritance tax on property owned by a resident of Pennsylvania, and certain property located in Pennsylvania owned by a nonresident. An Estate Tax is Not The Same as an Inheritance Tax An […]

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May 2014 16 Categories: Press Releases

AWKM Recognizes its Super Lawyers

Astor Weiss Kaplan & Mandel, LLP, a prestigious law firm, announced today that several of their lawyers in Philadelphia have been honored as Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. Super Lawyer winners are talented individuals that possess a high-level of peer recognition and professional achievement. According to the Super Lawyers website, “Super Lawyers […]

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May 2014 15 Categories: Legal Topics, Wills Trusts Estate Law

Letter of Last Instructions

It is recommended that you prepare this and give copies to your Executor and next of kin in a sealed envelope labeled “To be opened in the event of my death or incompetency.” It is not necessary to sign it, or to have it witnessed or notarized, but you certainly […]

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May 2014 07 Categories: Family Law Topics, Legal Topics

School Tuition and Activity Expenses

The Pennsylvania child support guidelines are used by the courts to determine the child support obligations of parents who are divorced or separated from one another. In addition to the base amount of support, extraordinary expenses of children can also become part of a support obligation. Such extraordinary expenses include […]

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Apr 2014 09 Categories: Press Releases

Trusted Family Lawyers at Astor Weiss Kaplan and Mandel, LLP Helping Clients Resolve Difficult Divorce Challenges

Philadelphia, PA-based law firm Astor Weiss Kaplan and Mandel, LLP is now offering the benefit of their 150 years’ combined family law experience to provide clients formidable legal counsel in challenging divorce cases. The firm’s family lawyers have the legal experience, the comforting expert understanding and the compassion to help […]

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Apr 2014 09 Categories: Legal Topics, Personal Injury Law

Uninsured and Underinsured Coverage

When one obtains a policy of motor vehicle insurance, they are required to choose between carrying “Uninsured” (UM) and “Underinsured” (UIM) motor vehicle benefits or choosing against carrying such coverage. Although you may opt-out of carrying UM and UIM coverage, the benefits greatly outweighs the risks. UM Coverage: UM coverage […]

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Feb 2014 03 Categories: Legal Topics, Personal Injury Law

What to do if involved in Car Crash

Important Steps to Take if Involved in a Car Crash If you are involved in a car crash, there are several important steps that you should take to best protect yourself, both medically and legally: Step 1: Contact the police – By contacting the police, you will ensure that a […]

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Feb 2014 03 Categories: Family Law Topics, Legal Topics

Family Law And Bankruptcy

Family Law and Bankruptcy When a party to a family law case files bankruptcy, in general there is an automatic stay under federal law to all actions against the debtor or the debtor’s property. However, there are numerous family law exemptions to that stay provision. All actions to establish and […]

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