Careers Associate Attorney Full Time | Hybrid (at least 3 days in office) | 1-3 Years Experience Fiffik Law Group is a growing, full-service law firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, representing individuals, families, and businesses throughout Pennsylvania. We combine high-touch client service with modern technology, and we’re looking for early-career attorneys who want real responsibility, real mentorship, and a clear path to building their own practice. The Role We are hiring Associate Attorneys to join our established practice groups. Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: Family Law Employment Law Business & Corporate Law Civil Litigation Estate Planning and Estate Administration Whether your experience is focused on one area or spans several, we’d like to hear from you. Hit the Ground Running You won’t spend your first year waiting for work. New associates receive active matters from day one and handle them from intake through resolution, with growing independence and support from experienced attorneys. That includes drafting, negotiating, advising clients, and appearing before courts and agencies. At the same time, we actively support you in developing your own book of business. A Tech-Forward Practice We invest in the tools that let lawyers focus on lawyering. Our attorneys work in a CRM, with cloud-based files, e-signature, and AI-assisted research and drafting tools. That lets you work efficiently whether you’re in the office or working remotely. What We’re Looking For Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania and in good standing 1–3 years of experience in one or more of the practice areas above (preferred) Strong research, writing, negotiation, and client communication skills Organized and able to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment Self-motivated, while also collaborating well with attorneys and staff Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $75,000–$95,000, depending on experience Performance-based bonuses plus fee sharing on matters you originate Signing bonus of up to $10,000 for qualified candidates [subject to a 3-month retention period; full terms in the application] Health/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO, bar dues and CLE Hybrid schedule available: [e.g., 3 days in office] Why Fiffik Law Group Established caseload and steady firm-generated referrals Mentorship and collaboration with attorneys across multiple disciplines Experienced paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative support Marketing and business development resources to help you grow your practice A collegial, team-oriented culture Whether your passion is advocating for families, counseling employers and businesses, litigating disputes, or helping clients preserve and transfer wealth, FLG offers the resources and support to build a rewarding legal career. To Apply Send a resume and cover letter to sgreen@fiffiklaw.com Fiffik Law Group is an equal opportunity employer. APPLY NOW

800 555-0100 Thank You Thank you for your message. We will get in touch with you shortly ABOUT THE FIRM A Pennsylvania firm families have trusted for decades Fiffik Law Group has counseled Pennsylvania families and businesses on estate, elder-law, and related matters for more than 30 years. Michael E. Fiffik, Esq. Managing Partner · Fiffik Law Group, PC Michael leads Fiffik Law Group as its Managing Partner, having built it into a full-service Pennsylvania firm serving families and businesses statewide. Admitted to the Pennsylvania bar in 1992 (J.D., University of Pittsburgh), he brings more than three decades of experience guiding clients through estate, business, and real-estate matters. Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, 2011–2024 AV Preeminent (Martindale-Hubbell) Avvo 9.5 PA & Allegheny County Bar Fiffik Law Group’s attorneys have been featured in The New York Times, CNN, CNBC , Kiplinger, and U.S. News. Your workshop presenter : Ben Shotten, the firm’s estate planning attorney, focuses on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate avoidance, and elder law — and regularly leads these educational workshops in plain English. Fiffik Law Group, PC 150 N. Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-200, Radnor, PA 19087 · [[(800) 555-0100]] · Serving Bucks & Montgomery counties Attorney Advertising. This page is an advertisement for legal services by Fiffik Law Group, PC, responsible attorney Michael E. Fiffik, Esq. (Managing Partner), licensed in Pennsylvania. Presenting attorney: Ben Shotten. The information here is general and educational, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is created by attending this workshop or submitting this form. The workshop is complimentary and carries no obligation. [[Insert Pennsylvania bar’s exact required disclaimer/identification wording.]] © 2026 Fiffik Law Group, PC. All rights reserved.

Ben Shotten Associate Attorney Ben Shotten is based in the Philadelphia area, assisting individuals and families with estate planning and related legal matters. He is licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania and Michigan. Before returning to full-time practice, Ben spent more than a decade working in the professional sports industry, including roles in crisis communications, media relations, and business operations. He also serves as an adjunct professor of Sports Law, a subject he has taught for over ten years. Ben earned his Juris Doctor from Cooley Law School, a Master of Science in Sport Administration from Canisius University, and a Bachelor of Arts from the University at Albany. BAR ADMISSIONS & EDUCATION Pennsylvania 2025 Michigan 2009 U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, 2010 U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan, 2009 J.D., Cooley Law School M.S., Sport Administration, Canisius University B.A., University at Albany (NY) AREAS OF PRACTICE Estate Planning

(412) 792-0078 Register The Workshop Our Attorneys Date & Location Who Should Attend FAQ COMPLIMENTARY ESTATE-PLANNING WORKSHOP Will or Trust: Which One Is Right for You? A plain-English workshop in Telford on Thursday, October 22 — learn how wills and trusts work, how to avoid probate, and how to protect your family. ✓ Complimentary — no obligation ✓ Seating limited to 30 ✓ Two session times Presented by estate planning attorney Ben Shotten . Bring your spouse or a family member — just let us know so we save both seats. Reserve your seat Complimentary · Registration required Full Name* Email* Phone ZIP Code Which session? Oct 22 · 10:30 AM Oct 22 · 6:00 PM Bringing a guest? Just me Me + a guest (2 seats) Reserve my seat WHAT YOU'LL LEARN An hour that can save your family years of stress You’ll leave understanding the difference between a will and a trust — and which one (or both) fits your family and goals. How to avoid the costs and delays of probate Leave an estate protected from a beneficiary’s divorce, creditors, and addictions Keep your estate in your bloodline Solve the challenges of second marriages and blended families Provide for a child with special needs without jeopardizing their benefits How to get started with a personalized plan Save my seat ABOUT THE FIRM A Pennsylvania firm families have trusted for decades Fiffik Law Group has counseled Pennsylvania families and businesses on estate, elder-law, and related matters for more than 30 years. Michael E. Fiffik, Esq. Managing Partner · Fiffik Law Group, PC Michael leads Fiffik Law Group as its Managing Partner, having built it into a full-service Pennsylvania firm serving families and businesses statewide. Admitted to the Pennsylvania bar in 1992 (J.D., University of Pittsburgh), he brings more than three decades of experience guiding clients through estate, business, and real-estate matters. Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, 2011–2024 AV Preeminent (Martindale-Hubbell) Avvo 9.5 PA & Allegheny County Bar Fiffik Law Group’s attorneys have been featured in The New York Times, CNN, CNBC , Kiplinger, and U.S. News. Your workshop presenter : Ben Shotten, the firm’s estate planning attorney, focuses on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate avoidance, and elder law — and regularly leads these educational workshops in plain English. DATE & LOCATION Two convenient times — pick what works When Thursday, October 22 Session 1 — 10:30 AM Session 2 — 6:00 PM Complimentary · registration required · seating limited to 30 Where Franconia Heritage Banquet & Conference Center 508 Harleysville Pike Unit a, Telford, PA 18969 Save my seat WHO SHOULD ATTEND This workshop is for you if… You don’t yet have a plan — or aren’t sure your old one still works You have a blended family or second marriage to plan around You want to protect a loved one with special needs You want to spare your family probate and keep decisions private You’re helping a parent get their affairs in order You simply want plain-English answers from an attorney COMMON QUESTIONS Good to know before you come Is it really complimentary? Yes — the workshop is free to attend, with no cost and no obligation. Registration is required only because seating is limited to 30. Can I bring my spouse or a guest? Absolutely. Please register both of you (choose “Me + a guest”) so we save two seats and don’t oversell the room. What’s the difference between the two times? The same workshop is offered twice that day — 10:30 AM and 6:00 PM. Choose whichever fits your schedule. Will this be a sales pitch? No. It’s an educational session. You’ll learn how wills and trusts work and how to get started if you choose to — there’s no pressure. Do I need to bring anything? Just yourself and any questions. If you’d like, jot down what you hope your plan accomplishes for your family. Seating is limited to 30 — reserve your seat Join attorney Ben Shotten in Telford on Thursday, October 22. Complimentary, with no obligation. Reserve my Seat Call (412) 792-0078 Fiffik Law Group, PC 150 N. Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-200, Radnor, PA 19087 · [[(800) 555-0100]] · Serving Bucks & Montgomery counties Attorney Advertising. This page is an advertisement for legal services by Fiffik Law Group, PC, responsible attorney Michael E. Fiffik, Esq. (Managing Partner), licensed in Pennsylvania. Presenting attorney: Ben Shotten. The information here is general and educational, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is created by attending this workshop or submitting this form. The workshop is complimentary and carries no obligation. [[Insert Pennsylvania bar’s exact required disclaimer/identification wording.]] © 2026 Fiffik Law Group, PC. All rights reserved.

800 555-0100 Thank You Thank you for your message. We will get in touch with you shortly ABOUT THE FIRM A Pennsylvania firm families have trusted for decades Fiffik Law Group has counseled Pennsylvania families and businesses on estate, elder-law, and related matters for more than 30 years. Michael E. Fiffik, Esq. Managing Partner · Fiffik Law Group, PC Michael leads Fiffik Law Group as its Managing Partner, having built it into a full-service Pennsylvania firm serving families and businesses statewide. Admitted to the Pennsylvania bar in 1992 (J.D., University of Pittsburgh), he brings more than three decades of experience guiding clients through estate, business, and real-estate matters. Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, 2011–2024 AV Preeminent (Martindale-Hubbell) Avvo 9.5 PA & Allegheny County Bar Fiffik Law Group’s attorneys have been featured in The New York Times, CNN, CNBC , Kiplinger, and U.S. News. Your workshop presenter : Ben Shotten, the firm’s estate planning attorney, focuses on wills, trusts, powers of attorney, probate avoidance, and elder law — and regularly leads these educational workshops in plain English. Fiffik Law Group, PC 150 N. Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-200, Radnor, PA 19087 · [[(800) 555-0100]] · Serving Bucks & Montgomery counties Attorney Advertising. This page is an advertisement for legal services by Fiffik Law Group, PC, responsible attorney Michael E. Fiffik, Esq. (Managing Partner), licensed in Pennsylvania. Presenting attorney: Ben Shotten. The information here is general and educational, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is created by attending this workshop or submitting this form. The workshop is complimentary and carries no obligation. [[Insert Pennsylvania bar’s exact required disclaimer/identification wording.]] © 2026 Fiffik Law Group, PC. All rights reserved.

Planning for the succession of a business is one of the most overlooked aspects of business planning. Your business needs a plan for every situation you could encounter in your future. Do You Need A Presenter? Michael Fiffik and other attorneys at Fiffik Law Group are available to speak to your organization. Fill out the form below to request a speaking engagement. Empowering Communities Through Knowledge and Connection Community outreach programs are an essential part of the success for every local organization. Many of the fastest-growing organizations are those that are actively engaged in community outreach. If those in your community know that your organization cares about them, they’ll be more likely to be curious about your organization. Our estate and elder law seminar series present excellent opportunities to invest deeper in the community, learn together and invite others into important conversations about things that really matter to them: taking care of their family and those they love. We’d be honored to be part of your community outreach program. Topic Suggestions Estate Planning 101: Wills, Trusts & Powers of Attorney Saving Your Home from the Nursing Home Hope for the Best, Plan for the Worst: Estate Planning for Families with Special Needs Children Estate Planning for Digital, Crypto and Online Assets Trusts 101: What You Need to Know About Trusts & Estate Planning Understanding Your Choices & Options for Long Term Care Legal Advice to Family Caregivers Estate Planning for Blended Families & Second Marriages Safeguarding Your Hard-Earned Efforts: Proactive Planning to Prevent Loss to a Nursing Home First Name* Last Name* Organization name Email* Phone* Message* Submit Request a Speaker ✓ Tailored, customizable presentations ✓ <30, 45, or 60+ minute run time ✓ Marketing Assistance & Content Creation ✓ Completely Complimentary

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Trusts Making sure your future is secured is one of the most essential things to do once you get older. Let our services help you through this process of ensuring your assets are handled. Get Your Estate Plan Started Today Fill out our online questionnaire. Once it's submitted, one of our estate planning attorneys will contact you for next steps. GET STARTED Trusts Planning for the distribution of assets at death is a great way to take care of your family. While there are many ways to do this, you should explore every option and consider the type of estate planning that’s appropriate for your situation. What is a trust? A trust is a type of legal entity that holds property for the benefit of people that you care about and is governed by a set of rules and managed by a trustee. Sometimes known as ‘will substitutes,’ revocable and irrevocable trusts are tools that you can use to help ensure your wishes are carried out, protect disabled beneficiaries, help children spend/budget properly, protect assets from creditors, and promote family harmony. Trusts can be created and funded during your lifetime. Some trusts, called “testamentary trusts”, are part of your Will and only come “alive” after you die under certain circumstances. Trusts are only for wealthy people, right? Wrong. They are not just for people with lots of assets; trusts can be used by anyone. In fact, most people who have young children and who have a Will probably have a testamentary trust in their Will. What’s included in a trust document? Generally, a trust document includes the name of the person who created it [known as the grantor or settlor], the names of the beneficiaries, the name of the trustee, rules for holding and investing the trust assets and directions on how to distribute the assets held in the trust to the beneficiaries. What are Revocable Trusts? Revocable trusts are created during your lifetime and can be revoked (i.e. cancelled) or amended at any time until the grantor either passes away or becomes incapacitated. These are sometimes called “living trusts”. The grantor is typically the trustee and has complete control of any assets held in the trust. During the life of the trust, income earned, taxed and distributed to the grantor. Upon the grantor’s death, it becomes irrevocable, and its assets are managed and distributed as the trust document directs. The trust can continue holding, managing and distributing assets for many years after the grantor’s death. What are Irrevocable Trusts? Irrevocable trusts are permanent. The grantor can’t make changes or updates to the trust. Once transferred, grantors effectively give up ownership rights to the assets. The trustee is in control of the assets and must administer the trust according to the trust document. Irrevocable trusts are often used to gain advantages for tax purposes. What are the key considerations for each type of trust? Advantages of a revocable trust include its flexibility (i.e., revocable, changeable, etc.), and the fact that its assets remain under the control of the grantor/trustee. Revocable trusts are private, meaning their details won’t become publicly known after the death of the settlor. Disadvantages include the initial cost of having an attorney draft the trust, as well as the time and cost of reregistering your property in the name of the trust. Revocable trusts should be reviewed and amended as circumstances change. Advantages to creating irrevocable trusts include protecting assets from creditors and spendthrift beneficiaries. They can be used to help preserve eligibility for government programs for special needs beneficiaries. They also can be an effective estate planning tool to minimize estate tax liability, especially in large estates. A disadvantage is implied in the name itself, in that it is irrevocable. Additionally, once transferred, you will effectively lose control over the assets placed in the trust. Trusts & Estate Planning Educational Video Series All Videos Play Video Play Video 03:07 Does A Trust Protect My Assets? | Trusts 101 In this installment of our educational video series on trusts and estate planning, Fiffik Law Group estate planning attorney Kevin Frankel, Esquire explains revocable and irrevocable trusts, and whether or not they protect your assets. If you’d like to dig into more specifics, we host a monthly free live webinar: Trusts 101 – Is a Trust Right for You? Register today for one of those sessions: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/fiffik-law-group-pc-29332501207?gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylEwivvsVqqpCA6ZjfauzY1t3-loEy0IQJQVtX-oYxP3VGPS5zGKMKhoCzoQQAvD_BwE ~~~ Watch the other videos in this series: What is a Trust?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8fqT2pJMW0 Why You Need a Trust: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wROuX3F5IXQ 4 Things Trusts Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLef4YH1EvE 12 Common Pitfalls to DIY Estate Planning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOz-nYmclRI ~~~ Schedule an estate planning appointment with Kevin Frankel: https://calendly.com/fepel/ep-virtual-fiffiklaw ~~~ For more information on trusts and estate planning, visit https://www.fiffiklaw.com/trusts-estate-planning. Play Video Play Video 05:50 12 Common Pitfalls to Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning | Trusts 101 In this installment of our educational video series on trusts and estate planning, Fiffik Law Group estate planning attorney Kevin Frankel, Esquire covers 12 common pitfalls to do-it-yourself estate planning. If you’d like to dig into more specifics, we host a monthly free live webinar: Trusts 101 – Is a Trust Right for You? Register today for one of those sessions: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/fiffik-law-group-pc-29332501207?gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylEwivvsVqqpCA6ZjfauzY1t3-loEy0IQJQVtX-oYxP3VGPS5zGKMKhoCzoQQAvD_BwE ~~~ Watch the other videos in this series: What is a Trust?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8fqT2pJMW0 Why You Need a Trust: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wROuX3F5IXQ 4 Things Trusts Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLef4YH1EvE Does a Trust Protect My Assets?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XL75yceQJZU ~~~ Schedule an estate planning appointment with Kevin Frankel: https://calendly.com/fepel/ep-virtual-fiffiklaw ~~~ For more information on trusts and estate planning, visit https://www.fiffiklaw.com/trusts-estate-planning. Play Video Play Video 06:18 4 Things Trusts Can Do | Trusts 101 In this installment of our educational video series on trusts and estate planning, Fiffik Law Group estate planning attorney Kevin Frankel, Esquire covers four things trusts can do. If you’d like to dig into more specifics, we host a monthly free live webinar: Trusts 101 – Is a Trust Right for You? Register today for one of those sessions: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/fiffik-law-group-pc-29332501207?gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylEwivvsVqqpCA6ZjfauzY1t3-loEy0IQJQVtX-oYxP3VGPS5zGKMKhoCzoQQAvD_BwE ~~~ Watch the other videos in this series: What is a Trust?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8fqT2pJMW0 Why You Need a Trust: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wROuX3F5IXQ 12 Common Pitfalls to DIY Estate Planning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOz-nYmclRI Does a Trust Protect My Assets?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XL75yceQJZU ~~~ Schedule an estate planning appointment with Kevin Frankel: https://calendly.com/fepel/ep-virtual-fiffiklaw ~~~ For more information on trusts and estate planning, visit https://www.fiffiklaw.com/trusts-estate-planning. Play Video Play Video 04:10 Why You Need A Trust | Trusts 101 In this installment of our educational video series on trusts and estate planning, Fiffik Law Group estate planning attorney Kevin Frankel, Esquire explains why you need a trust. If you’d like to dig into more specifics, we host a monthly free live webinar: Trusts 101 – Is a Trust Right for You? Register today for one of those sessions: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/fiffik-law-group-pc-29332501207?gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylEwivvsVqqpCA6ZjfauzY1t3-loEy0IQJQVtX-oYxP3VGPS5zGKMKhoCzoQQAvD_BwE ~~~ Watch the other videos in this series: What is a Trust?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8fqT2pJMW0 4 Things Trusts Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLef4YH1EvE 12 Common Pitfalls to DIY Estate Planning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOz-nYmclRI Does a Trust Protect My Assets: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XL75yceQJZU ~~~ Schedule an estate planning appointment with Kevin Frankel: https://calendly.com/fepel/ep-virtual-fiffiklaw ~~~ For more information on trusts and estate planning, visit https://www.fiffiklaw.com/trusts-estate-planning. Play Video Play Video 02:31 What Is A Trust? | Trusts 101 In this installment of our educational video series on trusts and estate planning, Fiffik Law Group estate planning attorney Kevin Frankel, Esquire explains what a trust is. If you’d like to dig into more specifics, we host a monthly free live webinar: Trusts 101 – Is a Trust Right for You? Register today for one of those sessions: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/fiffik-law-group-pc-29332501207?gclid=CjwKCAiAwc-dBhA7EiwAxPRylEwivvsVqqpCA6ZjfauzY1t3-loEy0IQJQVtX-oYxP3VGPS5zGKMKhoCzoQQAvD_BwE ~~~ Watch the other videos in this series: Why You Need a Trust: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wROuX3F5IXQ 4 Things Trusts Can Do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLef4YH1EvE 12 Common Pitfalls to DIY Estate Planning: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jOz-nYmclRI Does a Trust Protect My Assets?: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XL75yceQJZU ~~~ Schedule an estate planning appointment with Kevin Frankel: https://calendly.com/fepel/ep-virtual-fiffiklaw ~~~ For more information on trusts and estate planning, visit https://www.fiffiklaw.com/trusts-estate-planning.

Product Recalls & Mass Torts Product recalls are often associated with civil lawsuits that usually have many plaintiffs suing one or a few corporations as defendants. These claims can be brought in state or federal courts. Courts refer to these actions as “mass torts” in part due to the number of litigants, but also because of how the plaintiffs’ attorneys use mass media to discover more people who have been hurt by the corporation. For a lawsuit to be a mass tort, a product must have harmed many people, the same defendant caused those people harm, and they consolidate the suit into one action rather than separate lawsuits. Mass Torts Advances in technology, particularly production and distribution, are part of the reason why mass torts have become necessary in the legal arena. Because of large production and distribution, large numbers of people can be affected by a single product. Mass tort litigation involves many areas of the law, but the two most common mass tort claims involve: Pharmaceutical Claims Many pharmaceutical companies release products without proper testing or even knowing there are serious side effects. These can be prescribed drugs, over-the-counter medications, or medical devices. Product Claims When a product is dangerous or doesn’t act as the consumer expects, the people who were injured by the hazardous device may sue the company through a product claim. Depo-Provera Contraceptive Injections and Increased Risk of Meningiomas (Brain Tumors) Recent medical research has uncovered a troubling connection between the widely used contraceptive injection, Depo-Provera, and the development of brain tumors known as meningiomas. If you have been using the Depo shot and have developed neurological symptoms or undergone life-changing medical procedures, you may be entitled to compensation. READ MORE Fill out and submit our Depo-Provera Questionnaire to see if you are entitled to compensation. DEPO-PROVERA QUESTIONNAIRE Camp LeJeune Water Contamination U.S. Veterans, their family members and employees of Camp LeJeune, North Carolina, may have been exposed to contaminated water between August 1953 and December 1987. Veterans and their families deserve to be properly compensated for their injuries related to their time at Camp LeJeune. READ MORE Fill out and submit our Camp LeJeune Questionnaire to see if you are entitled to compensation. CAMP LEJEUNE QUESTIONNAIRE Hair Straighteners and Increased Risk of Cancer Hair straighteners and relaxer products contain numerous harmful chemicals including phthalates and formaldehyde which may disrupt the hormones that regulate cell growth. Frequent exposure to these chemicals can increase the risk of developing uterine, endometrial and ovarian cancer. We are investigating these cases on behalf of patients who were diagnosed with Uterine/Endometrial or Ovarian cancer with frequent use (at least 4 times a year) of a hair straightener/relaxer for at least two (2) years. READ MORE If you believe this applies, to you, fill out and submit our Hair Relaxer Questionnaire. HAIR RELAXER QUESTIONNAIRE

Fiffik Law Group, PC has the experienced Probate and Estate Administration attorneys necessary to help you answer tough questions, navigate tax laws, obtain appraisals, distribute assets, defend against improper claims, arrange for inventory, and obtain court approval. Probate & Estate Administration Losing a loved one is often one of the most difficult things we go through in our lives. Because of this, we approach every estate administration with compassion and thoughtfulness. We understand that you are hurting, and we want to make this process as easy for you as possible. From a legal standpoint, closing your loved one’s affairs may involve many different steps. Fiffik Law Group knows how to handle this often-difficult task with thorough, competent, and efficient guidance, so you and your family members can focus on what is important. What is Probate? Probate is the legal process where the court assigns someone to administer and distribute assets after a person’s death. Some estates, particularly those of high value or with complex assets like family businesses, can take more time to probate. Others could be easily settled by an alternative method, such as a family settlement agreement. Fiffik Law Group can assist in bringing clarity to the confusing probate process. We understand that dealing with the court system while you are devastated from the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming or stressful. Our firm will make the process as smooth as possible by taking the time to understand your particular situation, address your concerns, and explore options for a successful resolution for you and your family. Don’t get tangled in the legal system while you’re grieving a loved one. Our firm is here to help you answer tough questions, navigate tax laws, obtain appraisals, distribute assets, defend against improper claims, arrange for inventory, and obtain court approval. Common Questions for Executors 1. How do I contact the Social Security Administration? Contact Social Security toll-free at 800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), or visit Social Security on the Internet at http://www.ssa.gov. 2. How do I report a death to the Social Security Administration? You cannot report a death or apply for survivors’ benefits online. 3. Should Social Security Payments be Returned to the Social Security Administration? Social Security benefits are paid in arrears. This means that the check received each month is in payment of the preceding month's benefits. Thus a check received in January is for December benefits. You must also understand that for a person to be entitled to receive benefits he or she must be living for the entire month. For example if a beneficiary died on Dec. 20, he or she would not be entitled to the check received in January (December benefits). If the beneficiary was being paid benefits via direct deposit, the financial institution receiving those funds should be notified. Benefits received for the month in which the death occurred and any subsequent months that may occur are not yours to keep or spend. Social Security will make arrangements to reclaim those deposits. Some beneficiaries still prefer receiving their benefits in check form rather than via direct deposit. If this is the situation you have, you should not cash any checks received for the month in which death occurred or subsequent months. These checks must be returned to Social Security as promptly as possible. If returning the checks by mail, send them by certified mail return receipt. If you return them in person to the local Social Security office make sure you obtain a receipt. Make sure you keep these receipts so that if at a future date there is a question you will have proof of returning those checks. 4. Who is Entitled to Social Security Survivor Benefits? Survivors of the deceased beneficiary may be entitled to a one-time only death benefit. Generally the one-time death benefit payment of $255 is payable to the surviving spouse if he or she was living with the beneficiary at the time the death occurred or if living apart was receiving payments based on the beneficiary's Social Security account. If there is no surviving spouse the one-time death benefit will be paid to a child who was eligible for benefits on the beneficiary's account during the month in which the death occurred. There may be family members who are eligible for survivor's benefits. Those who may qualify are widows, widowers, dependent children and dependent parents. If you feel you are entitled to survivor benefits contact Social Security as soon as possible. If you are divorced, you are not entitled to the one-time $255 death benefit. However, if you are collecting benefits based on your ex-spouse's earnings, those benefits may be subject to change from ex-spousal benefits to full benefits upon his or her death. 5. How do I report a Death for a Recipient of Medical Assistance Benefits? When a recipient dies, the personal representative of the deceased recipient’s estate shall give notice to the department requesting a statement of claim, which is an accounting of all Medical Assistance payments made for the decedent for nursing home services, home and community based services and related hospital and prescription drug services. The notice shall be sent by certified mail return receipt or fax, with the deceased’s name, deceased’s last known address, deceased’s Social Security number, deceased’s date of birth, deceased’s date of death, and written documentation of the gross value of the deceased’s estate to: Division of Third Party Liability Department of Human Services Estate Recovery Program P.O. Box 8486 Harrisburg, PA 17105-8486 Fax # (717) 772-6553 Please be sure to include the personal representative’s name, address, and telephone number in the letter so the Medical Assistance Estate Recovery staff can respond. Within 45 days of receipt of an accurate and complete notice, the Department of Human Services must send to the personal representative of the estate, a statement of claim listing the amount of Medical Assistance paid. If the personal representative of the estate has questions about the amount owed or disagrees with it, he or she should contact the Medical Assistance Estate Recovery Program by telephone or letter. The Medical Assistance Estate Recovery Program will address any issues regarding the claim with the personal representative of the estate. 6. What Property of a Decedent is Subject to Estate Recovery for Medical Assistance Benefits? Any property or assets that are part of the deceased’s estate are subject to Medical Assistance Estate Recovery. An estate includes property or assets owned entirely or in part by the deceased. Medical Assistance Estate Recovery only recovers estate property or assets. 7. What happens if the spouse or a dependent child is still living after the Medical Assistance recipient dies? If the spouse is still living and the property passes to the surviving spouse outside of the estate, there is no recovery by the Department of Human Services. If there is a dependent child who is under age 21, recovery will be postponed until the child reaches age 21. For an adult child who is blind or totally and permanently disabled, recovery will be postponed until the adult child dies. 8. May I pay the funeral expenses from the decedent’s bank account without commencing and estate administration proceeding? Yes, if the balance of the account is less than $10,000. When someone dies, it’s not unusual to leave behind a bank account in that person’s name alone, rather than in an account held jointly or with a named beneficiary. Under Pennsylvania law, someone will have to open a probate estate for such accounts over $10,000. That means going to the Register of Wills office, filing papers, and going through a somewhat involved procedure, sometimes to close only one bank account. But if the account is $10,000 or less in value, Pennsylvania law allows next of kin to obtain funds remaining in the account with no need to open a probate estate. This rule is found in Pennsylvania’s statutes at 20 Pa. C.S. § 3101(b). It requires a family member to present to the bank a receipt (or an affidavit of a licensed funeral director) showing that “satisfactory arrangements for payment of funeral services have been made.” The bank must then pay the amount on deposit “to the spouse, any child, the father or mother or any sister or brother (preference being given in the order named) of the deceased depositor.” 9. How do I report a Death to the Public School Employees Retirement System (PSERS)? If you are a family member or responsible for the estate of a person receiving a monthly benefit payment from PSERS and wish to report the death of a retiree or survivor annuitant, please call them at 1.888.773.7748, or by email at ContactPSERS@pa.gov Information regarding the retirement option selected or remaining value of the account will not be released by phone or email. A copy of the death certificate, along with a letter stating your contact information, should be mailed to: DPC PSERS 5 N 5th Street Harrisburg PA 17101-1905 After PSERS receives this information, additional forms and/or information pertaining to the account will be sent to you and/or any named beneficiaries. 10. Should I close the decedent’s checking account(s) right away? We suggest that you leave a decedent’s checking account open for at least three months following the date of death. There are several reasons: i) to allow checks written prior to death to clear; ii) if you receive a check in the decedent’s name, it may be easier to deposit it in the checking account rather than an account opened for the estate; iii) to allow for previously arranged automatic deposits for wages, benefits, dividends, etc. 11. How do I get additional death certificates? The Pennsylvania Department of Health allows you to submit a request for a death certificate online here. Applicants can also mail paper applications to the Department of Health Division of Vital Records. Paper applications can be printed here. Both the online and paper applications allow you to specify the number of copies needed at $20.00 per certificate. Currently, the processing time for applications is approximately 3 weeks. 12. I’ve been appointed as an Executor to my loved ones Estate, do I need to accept the appointment? If you have been appointed to be the executor of an estate, you have the option to renounce the appointment. In these circumstances an alternative executor, if named in the decedent’s Will, or the next of kin as outlined by state succession laws, can step in as the estate’s executor. Where Should You Keep Your Original Will? 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Minh Nguyen Associate Attorney Minh Nguyen represents both individuals and small businesses in courts throughout Philadelphia and surrounding counties, including the Court of Common Pleas and Municipal Court. Mr. Nguyen has substantial experience handling eviction actions, ejectment cases, lease disputes, and post-judgment enforcement matters such as writs of possession and sheriff's sales. His practice also includes personal injury claims, workers' compensation matters, and general civil litigation, where he regularly drafts motions, conducts hearings, and negotiates resolutions on behalf of his clients. Before practicing law, Mr. Nguyen built a professional background in business and insurance, which informs his practical and strategic approach to legal representation. He understands both the legal and financial aspects of disputes, allowing him to provide clients with clear, results-oriented guidance. Mr. Nguyen earned his Juris Doctor from Widener University Delaware Law School and holds a Bachelor's degree in Business with concentrations in Finance and Management Information Systems from La Salle University. He is committed to providing responsive, straightforward counsel and advocating effectively for his clients both in and out of the courtroom. BAR ADMISSIONS & EDUCATION Pennsylvania, 2024 J.D. Widener University Delaware Law School, 2020 B.A. La Salle University, 2002 AREAS OF PRACTICE Landlord-Tenant Law, Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Debt Collection, Contract Disputes, Employment Law, Consumer Protection