There has been a monumental change in New York for same sex couples. For the first time in New York, same sex couples will have the right to be treated as spouses under the Marriage Equality Act of 2011, effective July 24, 2011.  This means that same sex couples will have the option to marry under New York Law and hence be entitled to a whole host of rights as a married couple. These rights include the right to health insurance coverage, the right to file a NYS income tax return as a married couple, the right to favorable Medicaid treatment when one spouse requires long term care, the right to an inheritance when one spouse dies and the right to the marital deduction for New York State estate tax purposes.

It will be important for same sex partners to understand their rights and legal obligations under this new law.  In our free webinar this coming Tuesday, August 23, 2011, we will explore estate planning options for same sex couples. Join Us!

FREE WEBINAR: MARRIAGE EQUALITY ACT & ESTATE PLANNING

Tuesday August 23, 2011,  7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. EST

Join Us to Learn How the Equality of Marriage Act

Grants Rights to Same Sex Couples in New York State

 LOCATION: Participate by Phone or Online!

To Register:

Contact: Susan Tame at 800-680-1717 

Register Online: www3.gotomeeting.com/register/910652398