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See
slideshow of the October 1, 2009 Guardians of Justice event at Dale
Miller in Albany
Join the Guardians of Justice
The Guardians of Justice are a group of individuals committed to
securing justice for future generations through support of the Legal Aid
Society of Northeastern New York’s permanent endowment fund—The Legal
Aid Legacy Fund. Membership is available to those that have notified us
in writing that they have made a provision for LASNNY in their Will or
other estate planning document. Members also include those who have made
outright gifts to the the Legacy Fund.
Including the Legal Aid Legacy Fund
in Your Estate Plans
The Will you write today is your opportunity to provide for your loved
ones as well as your means to further your vision for a more just world.
Your Will is your chance to:
■ Use your accumulated assets as you see fit during your lifetime and
direct how they pass after your death
■ Make a generous charitable donation and qualify for estate tax savings
■ Name the person or persons that you wish to take your estate through
the probate system (the Personal Representative)
■ Record your wishes now and still retain the power to adapt them as
your circumstances change, since your will is fully revocable during
your lifetime
■ Honor someone with a named gift
Making A Bequest Contribution
If you presently have a Will, you can easily add what’s known as a
“codicil” or amendment to provide a bequest to the Legal Aid Legacy
Fund. If you don’t already have a Will, it is to you and your family’s
advantage to take this important step now. Oftentimes, creating a Will
is neither difficult nor expensive.
You should consult with your own legal and financial advisors about how
to best include your philanthropic goals in your overall estate and
financial plans.
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