Hyl Conte Law, PLLC

Hyl Conte Law, PLLC Estate Planning and Elder Law Firm
Located in Lindenhurst. Additional Locations for Appointments Available Upon Request. Saturdays (By Appointment Only)

Hours: Monday Through Friday 9am - 5pm.

If you are the primary caregiver for an aging parent, your incapacity or unexpected passing could leave them without cle...
06/17/2026

If you are the primary caregiver for an aging parent, your incapacity or unexpected passing could leave them without clear financial or medical support. Planning ahead is one of the most meaningful ways to ensure they remain protected, no matter what the future holds. Swipe through for a few key estate planning considerations for caregiver children.

If you are caring for an aging parent, we can help you create a plan that protects both you and the loved one you care for. Call us to discuss your options.

Estate planning is not only about distributing assets. It is also about ensuring your loved ones are well-positioned and...
06/08/2026

Estate planning is not only about distributing assets. It is also about ensuring your loved ones are well-positioned and protected. Taking proactive steps now can help create clarity and reduce complications during a challenging time.

There are several important steps that can help safeguard your family and your estate:

🔹 Creating or updating a will that clearly directs how estate assets should be used to satisfy outstanding debts.
🔹 Establishing appropriate trusts to help safeguard certain assets.
🔹 Reviewing beneficiary designations on life insurance and retirement accounts, which may allow certain assets to pass outside of probate and avoid being used to satisfy estate debts, depending on state law.
🔹 Evaluating and reducing high-interest or unsecured debt during your lifetime.

Thoughtful planning today can provide stability and peace of mind tomorrow. If you would like to review your estate plan or discuss strategies to protect your loved ones, contact us to schedule a consultation.

Understanding how debt is handled after death is an important part of comprehensive estate planning. Financial obligatio...
06/02/2026

Understanding how debt is handled after death is an important part of comprehensive estate planning. Financial obligations do not simply disappear. In some cases, debts are paid from the estate through the probate process before assets are distributed to beneficiaries. Swipe through to learn more.

If you have questions about how debt may affect your estate plan, contact us to discuss your options.

In honor of Memorial Day, we invite you to join us in taking time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made...
05/25/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, we invite you to join us in taking time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect our country and preserve our freedom.

Please note that our office will be closedearly on Friday, May 22nd and all day on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26th, and will respond to any messages received during the closure as promptly as possible.

Wishing you a respectful and meaningful Memorial Day.

Once a child becomes a legal adult, parents no longer have automatic rights to make medical or financial decisions on th...
05/19/2026

Once a child becomes a legal adult, parents no longer have automatic rights to make medical or financial decisions on their behalf, even in an emergency. That is why it is so important to have the right legal documents in place. Swipe to learn more.

If your child needs help preparing or executing these documents, we can help. Give us a call today.

With National Senior Fraud Awareness Day on May 15th, we wanted to reach out to go over several common scams making the ...
05/13/2026

With National Senior Fraud Awareness Day on May 15th, we wanted to reach out to go over several common scams making the rounds so you can quickly identify potential scam messages.

✅ Tech Support Scams - Fraudsters impersonate reputable tech support representatives and claim there is a problem with your device. They seek remote access or payment to "fix" issues that don't exist.

✅ Government or Medicare Impersonation - Scammers pose as representatives from Medicare, the Social Security Administration, or other agencies to collect personal information or payments. Real agencies do not solicit such data by unsolicited calls, texts, or emails.

✅ Family Imposter Scams - Criminals pretend to be a loved one in distress and pressure you to send money immediately.

✅ Sweepstakes, Lottery, and Prize Scams - You are told that you have won money but must pay fees to collect your "winnings."

✅ Romance or Investment Scams - Scammers build emotional trust online, then exploit it for financial gain.

We hope these tips are helpful as we all navigate an increasingly online world. As always, if you have questions or need guidance within our area of expertise, do not hesitate to reach out. We are here to help.

Scams are becoming more sophisticated, but there are clear red flags that can help you identify them quickly. Here is wh...
05/08/2026

Scams are becoming more sophisticated, but there are clear red flags that can help you identify them quickly. Here is what to watch for:

🔵 Sense of urgency - Scammers create pressure by instructing you to act before a deadline or implying something bad will happen if you don't act immediately.

🔵 Impersonation of trusted sources - Fraudsters pose as government officials, tech companies, or other trusted organizations to make their messages seem legitimate.

🔵 Too-good-to-be-true offers - Free money, significant discounts on products not on sale, or prizes requiring upfront fees are classic scam tactics.

🔵 Poor message construction - Look for email addresses with misspelled domains, spelling and grammatical errors in the body of the message, “Under Construction” or “Coming Soon” job link sites, and website error links in email signatures.

The best defense is to pause and verify the source. If you know the sender personally, reach out directly. If it is from an organization, contact them through their official website.

We hope you find these scam identification tips helpful. As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need our team; we are here to leverage our expertise for your benefit.

If you or a loved one has been scammed, it can feel incredibly stressful and overwhelming. The good news is that there a...
05/04/2026

If you or a loved one has been scammed, it can feel incredibly stressful and overwhelming. The good news is that there are dedicated resources to help you recover funds, protect your identity, and report fraud.

🔹 FTC Fraud Reporting - Report fraud and get personalized recovery steps at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

🔹 FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) - Report internet-facilitated crimes at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

🔹 Identity Theft Recovery - Get a recovery plan at https://www.identitytheft.gov/, the U.S. government's official identity theft website

🔹 AARP Fraud Watch Network - Reach out for support and guidance at https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/helpline/

The best thing you can do if you believe that you’ve been scammed is to report the fraud immediately. And remember, you are not alone.

We hope that you find this information helpful. As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need guidance within the team’s area of expertise.

Estate planning is not just about what happens after you are gone; it also covers what happens if you cannot make decisi...
04/28/2026

Estate planning is not just about what happens after you are gone; it also covers what happens if you cannot make decisions for yourself.

Without valid, updated health care directives, your loved ones may face delays or legal complications, medical care could be postponed, and your wishes may not be followed accurately.

For this reason, it is important to review your health care directive regularly and ensure it includes a health care proxy (also known as a medical power of attorney) that complies with your state’s laws.

If you need help reviewing or updating your health care directive, give us a call. We are here to support you.

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186 S 1st Street, Suite A
Lindenhurst, NY
11757

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+16316232300

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