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Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., PLLC Estate Planning, Incapacity Planning, Business Planning, and Probate Law Firm in Madison, NJ Margaret K. Schlesinger is a graduate of Texas A&M University, St.

Mary's School of Law, and Rice University's Jones School of Business. She has been licensed in the State of Texas since 2009. She and her family live in the Woodlands and love being a part of our community. She is passionate about planning, teaching, art, live theater, her family, international cuisine, and reading.

Estate Planning in the Wild. We're at Hershey Park this weekend. Out of curiosity, I wondered at the financials of the p...
09/06/2026

Estate Planning in the Wild. We're at Hershey Park this weekend. Out of curiosity, I wondered at the financials of the park.
Hershey Park (the theme park) is not owned by the Hershey Chocolate Company. It is owned by a private charitable trust called the Milton Hershey School Trust. The Trust owns the park, the local AHL hockey team, a stock portfolio valued in the billions (BILLIONS) and a controlling interest in the stock of the Hershey Chocolate Company. The Trust's purpose is to fund the Milton Hershey School which is a boarding school for low income students here in Hershey.
Side note - the school is spectacular and definitely has changed the lives for a lot of kids.
A charitable trust, the Milton Hershey School & School Trust does not pay federal or state income taxes because it is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charity. Because the nonprofit school doesn't rely on public donations or accept funds from federal and state agencies, it operates with little public oversight.
Huh. And now I know this and you do too. I have a whole bunch of follow-up questions.

This is our firm's chief accounting officer. His name is Patrick and he's a Boston Terrier. He is terrible at this job b...
08/26/2026

This is our firm's chief accounting officer. His name is Patrick and he's a Boston Terrier. He is terrible at this job but he's handsome so we keep him around.
It's a good reminder that Pets are important and you should make a plan for them in your Estate. Do you think your children would take them in? Do you want to name a trusted friend? Do you want to make a bequest (money gift) to the person taking your pet?
We can do that!

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Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288

Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/in-office-initial-consultation

Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min

“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

It is still shocking to me that someday, this velcro toddler will someday be my Healthcare Power of Attorney. When is th...
08/13/2026

It is still shocking to me that someday, this velcro toddler will someday be my Healthcare Power of Attorney. When is the last time you looked at your Estate Plan? Were your kids this age and now they have kids of their own? Time for an update.

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Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288
Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schle.../in-office-initial-consultation
Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min
“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

Why is it important to have an estate plan in place if you have minor children? If something happens to you while they a...
08/09/2026

Why is it important to have an estate plan in place if you have minor children? If something happens to you while they are still young, you want to have a solid plan in place for someone trustworthy to manage their assets for them until they are old enough to handle their own affairs. The State of New Jersey thinks this age is 21 so that is the default if you don't have other plans in place.

www.schlesingerestates.com

Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288
Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schle.../in-office-initial-consultation
Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min
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What exactly is a Revocable Living Trust and why are they so great? A Revocable Living Trust is a flexible tool that you...
08/09/2026

What exactly is a Revocable Living Trust and why are they so great?
A Revocable Living Trust is a flexible tool that you can use to pass your assets to your loved ones at your death without them having to deal with the probate process. You (but not your kids) can change your Trust during your lifetime, add property, remove property, etc. There is no tax advantage since it's revocable but it is certainly faster and more private. Want to know more? Schedule a free consultation.

www.schlesingerestates.com


Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288

Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/in-office-initial-consultation

Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min

“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

One of the most important conversations that we have when we create an estate plan involves family dynamics. In a perfec...
07/06/2026

One of the most important conversations that we have when we create an estate plan involves family dynamics. In a perfect world, all families would be close and get along like a Hallmark Chanel movie.

Real life is often far messier and we can plan for that. Tell your lawyer the truth so we can help you create an accurate plan.

www.schlesingerestates.com


Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288

Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/in-office-initial-consultation

Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min

“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

What is the role of an Executor? An Executor is an administrative role. This is a person who will submit your Will to th...
07/01/2026

What is the role of an Executor?
An Executor is an administrative role. This is a person who will submit your Will to the Courts for Probate, gather all of your assets, pay your debts, and distribute the assets at the end to your beneficiaries named in your Will.

When choosing an executor, choose someone trustworthy, organized, patient, and good with paperwork! By law, they are entitled to be paid from your Estate for serving in this role but not all executors elect to accept payment.

Can you name someone to be your executor who is not inheriting anything from you? You bet.

www.schlesingerestates.com


Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288

Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/in-office-initial-consultation

Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min

“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

What is a healthcare power of attorney and why is it so important? A healthcare proxy is a legal document that allows yo...
06/20/2026

What is a healthcare power of attorney and why is it so important?
A healthcare proxy is a legal document that allows you to appoint a trusted person (called an agent) to make medical decisions for you if you become incapacitated or unable to communicate.
It is a critical component of advance care planning that ensures your medical preferences are honored during unexpected emergencies.

Why It Is So Important?
It protects your autonomy. Your agent is legally bound to ensure doctors follow your specific moral, religious, and personal treatment wishes.
It Covers Unforeseen Scenarios: Unlike a living will (which only dictates specific end-of-life choices), a proxy can adapt and make real-time decisions for unexpected events like car accidents, strokes, or temporary complications under anesthesia.
It Prevents Family Conflict: Specifying a single decision-maker eliminates guesswork and prevents stressful disagreements among family members regarding your care.
It Helps To Avoid State Intervention: Without a proxy, state laws dictate a default hierarchy of who speaks for you, which might result in a estranged relative making your medical choices.
It Empowers Detailed Advocacy: Your chosen agent gains the legal authority to view your medical records, consult with specialists, get second opinions, and hire or fire medical staff.

www.schlesingerestates.com


Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288

Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/in-office-initial-consultation

Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min

“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

Do you have a pet that you want to plan for? Furry children are important and we can make sure they are cared for too. w...
06/08/2026

Do you have a pet that you want to plan for? Furry children are important and we can make sure they are cared for too.

www.schlesingerestates.com


Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288

Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/in-office-initial-consultation

Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min

“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

Does the Power of Attorney settle a person's estate when they die? No. The Power of Attorney stops when a person dies. T...
06/03/2026

Does the Power of Attorney settle a person's estate when they die? No. The Power of Attorney stops when a person dies.
The executor or trustee (who might be a different person) is charged with the settling the estate.

www.schlesingerestates.com


Margaret K. Schlesinger, Esq., LLC
42 Park Avenue
Madison, NJ 07940
[email protected]
973.295.6288

Free In-Office Consultation (Madison, NJ):
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/in-office-initial-consultation

Free Zoom or Phone Consultation:
https://calendly.com/schlesingerestates/30min

“No aspect of this advertisement has been approved by the Supreme Court of New Jersey. All of my posts are for education or entertainment only and are not to be construed as legal advice. I strongly encourage you to reach out to a local lawyer to get legal advice tailored to your situation."

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Madison, NJ
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