Author Archives: George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

About George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

George H. Dippel has been practicing law for over 30 years. He is a graduate of Cornell Law School and a former partner at the law firm of Rivkin Radler in their real estate/banking department. Mr. Dippel opened his own law offices in 1993 in Bayside, Queens, New York. Mr. Dippel has assisted thousands of clients throughout Queens, Brooklyn, The Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island, Long Island and Westchester with their wills, probate, trusts, real estate and business matters. In addition to practicing law, Mr. Dippel has taught real estate courses in Long Island University’s paralegal program. He is also a licensed real estate instructor and has taught real estate licensing courses in the New York Metropolitan area. Mr. Dippel is admitted to practice in all New York State Courts and the Federal Eastern and Southern District Courts.

Do I Need to Pay Sales Tax When I buy a Business in New York?

Posted on December 10, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

When you purchase a New York business, you will need to pay sales tax on the value of the personal property included in the sale.  The sales tax rate depends on the county in which the business is located. In … Continue reading →

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Queens Attorney George H. Dippel Discusses Wills and Probate on the Radio show Law You Should Know

Posted on October 3, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

My Blog readers are invited to listen to an exclusive preview of my guest appearances on the weekly radio program “Law You Should Know” hosted by Kenneth J. Landau, Esq on WHPC 90.3 FM, streaming on www.ncc.edu/whpc. The first segment … Continue reading →

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Can I use a Power of Attorney for a New York Real Estate Closing?

Posted on September 26, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

I often have clients who, for various reasons, are unable to attend a real estate closing and ask if they can sign a power of attorney instead.  A power of attorney is a document in which a person appoints someone … Continue reading →

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Can I prevent someone I have disinherited from contesting my New York will by leaving them one dollar?

Posted on August 21, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

I have come across so many people who believe that you can prevent a will contest by leaving someone one dollar that I have to call this common misconception an Urban Myth.  In New York State, if you do not … Continue reading →

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How do I start a home business in New York?

Posted on July 5, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

Maybe you’ve been downsized, or just out of college, and like many in these tough economic times decided to start your own business.  Operating out of your home is often a good option (Steve Jobs started Apple in his parents’ … Continue reading →

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How do I change my New York Will?

Posted on June 28, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

Clients frequently inquire about changing their wills after significant events in their lives such as marriage, birth of a child or death of a beneficiary. A person can change their will as long as they possess “testamentary capacity,” a legal … Continue reading →

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What does it mean to assume a lease when buying a New York business?

Posted on May 8, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

As is often the case when purchasing a small business, the business owner will be leasing its space from the building’s owner. So, in addition to purchasing the assets of the business, (As I discussed in a previous post, it … Continue reading →

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What happens to my assets when I die in New York?

Posted on May 8, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

This question from clients is often accompanied by the question, “Do I need a will?” In order to answer these questions it’s necessary to discuss the various ways you can plan how your property will be distributed when you pass … Continue reading →

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I have been served with a Citation stating that a relative’s will is being offered for probate in New York. Do I have to appear in Court?

Posted on May 3, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

I often get calls from people who have just had a process server hand them a document called a “Citation” stating that a Last Will and Testament of a deceased relative will be offered for probate in the Surrogates Court … Continue reading →

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I’m buying a home in New York. Do I need a survey of the property?

Posted on May 2, 2012 by George H. Dippel, Attorney at Law

When buying a new home, purchasers in the New York Metropolitan area typically obtain title insurance insuring their ownership interest in the real property being purchased. A report of title will be ordered by their attorney shortly after the contract … Continue reading →

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