Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone

Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone Professional advocates who provide one-stop diversified legal services throughout the Hudson Valley and Catskills regions.

Blustein, Shapiro, Frank & Barone’s accomplished lawyers are known throughout the region as professional advocates who provide one-stop diversified legal services with a strong focus on litigation, business law, municipal law, estate planning, wealth preservation, and representation of commercial and residential lenders. With offices in Goshen in Orange County and Monticello in Sullivan County, BS

F&B has a long-standing reputation of providing stellar legal advice and obtaining favorable results for individual, business, institutional, and family clients. Visit mid-hudsonlaw.com or call 845.291.0011 for more information.

The mortgage is signed and the keys are in hand. You feel like the hard part is over. But if you bought a home recently ...
06/03/2026

The mortgage is signed and the keys are in hand. You feel like the hard part is over. But if you bought a home recently and didn’t immediately update your Will or Trust, you left the job half-finished.

Real estate doesn't automatically move the way you assume it will after you pass. Without the right legal coordination, your new home could get trapped in a lengthy probate process before your family can even touch it.

Buying a house changes your net worth. It needs to change your paperwork, too.

➡️ Coordinate your deed, ownership structure, and estate plan before problems arise.
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You found a cheap estate planning template online. You filled in the blanks, printed it out, and signed it. You think yo...
06/01/2026

You found a cheap estate planning template online. You filled in the blanks, printed it out, and signed it. You think you’re covered.

But you’re not.

What the website didn't tell you is that New York has strict ex*****on requirements. One missing witness signature, improper ex*****on, or the wrong notary language can put the entire document at risk.

Your family won't find out until you’re gone—and by then, it’s too late to fix.

DIY plans may save money upfront. They can cost far more later.

➡️ Get it done right the first time. Schedule your consultation with BSF&B.
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Your Will says "split everything equally."But your house is jointly owned with one child. Your brokerage account names a...
05/27/2026

Your Will says "split everything equally."

But your house is jointly owned with one child. Your brokerage account names another as beneficiary. The third gets what's left in probate.

That’s not equal. That’s how lawsuits start.

➡️ Make sure your documents match your intentions.
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Freedom is never free.Today, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and...
05/25/2026

Freedom is never free.

Today, we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and commitment will never be forgotten.

In the Hudson Valley, "Elder Law" is often used as a catch-all term, but the expertise behind it varies wildly.BSF&B Par...
05/22/2026

In the Hudson Valley, "Elder Law" is often used as a catch-all term, but the expertise behind it varies wildly.

BSF&B Partner Richard J. Shapiro is one of the few Certified Elder Law Attorneys (CELA) in the region.

This distinction means our clients aren't just getting advice—they're getting specialized strategy for Medicaid look-backs, asset preservation, and the specific challenges of long-term care.

When you're protecting a lifetime of work, that level of certification matters.

➡️ See the CELA difference: https://bit.ly/3v7Kfj2

Burial or cremation — that's the only choice, right? Not even close. BSFB Partner Megan Conroy joined WGNY to break down...
05/21/2026

Burial or cremation — that's the only choice, right? Not even close.

BSFB Partner Megan Conroy joined WGNY to break down every option available for disposition of remains in New York — including green burials and human composting — and why putting your wishes in writing protects your family from making impossible decisions in the hardest moment of their lives.

Pre-plan. Pre-pay. Give your family peace of mind. ⚖️

🎧 Listen to the full segment here: https://bit.ly/4nCZDuC

New house. Old paperwork.If your deed, trust, and beneficiary designations aren't aligned, your property may not go wher...
05/20/2026

New house. Old paperwork.

If your deed, trust, and beneficiary designations aren't aligned, your property may not go where you think it will.

Real estate is one of the most common triggers for an outdated estate plan—and one of the most overlooked.

➡️ Review your plan after any property change.
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Mom left the house to all three kids.Nobody asked who wants to live there, who's paying the taxes, or whether anyone can...
05/18/2026

Mom left the house to all three kids.

Nobody asked who wants to live there, who's paying the taxes, or whether anyone can afford a buyout.

Now it's been 18 months. The house is sitting empty. Two siblings want to sell. One refuses.

That's not an estate plan—that's a partition lawsuit waiting to happen.

And once the court gets involved, nobody wins.

➡️ Plan the exit strategy before the property transfers.
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The transition back to civilian life is often anything but seamless. When medical or disability issues persist, the stru...
05/15/2026

The transition back to civilian life is often anything but seamless. When medical or disability issues persist, the struggle to regain a sense of normalcy can make coming home even more difficult.

At BSF&B, we understand the challenges Veterans face and we are here to help. Our team provides the direct legal support needed to navigate disability claims and secure long-term care benefits you've earned through your service.

See how we can help: https://bit.ly/3YkGKlM

Your golden years shouldn't be defined by the fear of losing what you've spent a lifetime building.Elder law is about mo...
05/14/2026

Your golden years shouldn't be defined by the fear of losing what you've spent a lifetime building.

Elder law is about more than paperwork; it's about proactive asset preservation and navigating the complexities of Medicaid and long-term care. Whether it's establishing a guardianship or structuring trusts to protect the family home, the attorneys of BSF&B are here to ensure Hudson Valley seniors maintain their independence, dignity, and legacy.
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