Britt N. Burner
Partner at Burner Prudenti Law, P.C.
Britt Burner, Esq. is a Partner at Burner Prudenti Law, a women-owned full-service boutique trust & estates and elder law firm serving clients from New York City to the East End. Since joining the firm in March 2014, she has been the driving force behind the firm’s Manhattan office, focusing her practice on elder law and estate planning.
Britt has distinguished herself as a leading elder law and estate planning attorney in the New York area, most recently being recognized in the 2023 Best Lawyer rankings for Elder Law and Trusts & Estates in Manhattan.
In 2016 Britt was named as a “Brooklyn Star under 40” by Star Network, which honors young professionals in Brooklyn under 40 years old who exemplify outstanding leadership skills, not only in their chosen fields, but also in their community. In 2017 she received the honor of being named an “Outstanding Woman in Law” by the Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University. In 2020, Britt was named a Caregiver’s Champion by CaringKind.
Britt is active in the Elder Law community, previously serving as the immediate past-Chair of the New York City Bar Association Committee on the Legal Problems of the Aging, and now serving as the Chair Elect of the Elder Law and Special Needs Planning section of the New York State Bar Association. She previously served as Chair of the Legislation Committee, Vice-Chair of the Medicaid Committee and as the Production Editor of the section’s journal. She is also a member of the New York State Bar Association in the Trusts and Estates section. Britt frequently lectures to consumer and professional groups, including presenting Continuing Legal Education content for attorneys.
In addition to her Bar Association responsibilities, Britt is a Charter Member of the Advisory Council for The Katz Institute for Women’s Health at Northwell.
- Brooklyn Law School
- J.D. (2008) | Law
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- Activities: Britt Burner was a Notes & Comments Editor of the Brooklyn Law Review.
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- Boston College
- B.A. (2003) | Human Development
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- Partner
- Burner Prudenti Law, P.C.
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- Associate Attorney
- Burner Law Group, P.C.
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- Associate
- Goldfarb Abrandt Salzman & Kutzin LLP
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- Associate Attorney
- Nancy Burner & Associates, P.C.
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- Special Assistant District Attorney
- Kings County District Attorney's Office
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- Associate
- Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP
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- How to Protect Inheritance from Divorce
- South Shore Press
- How charitable giving fits into your estate plan
- South Shore Press
- What is Portability?
- Times Beacon Record
- Estate Planning Guide: What You Need to Know
- Com for Care
- Planning Your Artistic Legacy: Estate Planning Basics, Zoom
- Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
- Discover the art of preserving your #legacy! Join VLANY for an exclusive Estate Planning workshop with Britt Burner, Esq., Partner at BurnerPrudenti Law, P.C. She will be there to guide artists through the intricate world of #estate #planning with a Q&A session.
- How Do I Plan For Long Term Care Needs?, Zoom
- Shelter Island Public Library
- Join Britt Burner, Esq., Partner at Burner Prudenti Law, P.C as she explains the short term care scenarios that Medicare will cover and the options for long term care such as Homecare (Community) Medicaid, allowing you or a loved one to successfully age in place at home. This program will take place on Zoom.
- What is Probate?, Riverhead Free Library
- Riverhead Free Library
- Do I need to be concerned about probate if I have a will? What is the difference between a will and a trust? Join Partner Britt Burner as she describes the process of probate and the situations in which you may choose to avoid it.
- Advance Directives and Powers of Attorney, Peconic Bay Medical Center - Caregivers Center
- Peconic Bay Medical Caregivers Center
- Please join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses the importance of having a Power of Attorney and a Health Care Proxy in place. This workshop will also include what family caregivers need to know about the Family Healthcare Decisions Act. In this presentation, understanding what legal guardianship entails if your loved one is unable to sign advance directives or assign a Power of Attorney will be explored.
- Planning for the Future: Long Term Care Options This program will take place in our community room., Amagansett Free Library
- Amagansett Free Library
- How can you keep control of your care? Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses the difference between having federal health insurance through Medicare and qualifying for Medicaid long term care services in New York. Learn the eligibility and financial requirements of the program and the options of receiving care services at home or in a nursing facility for you or a loved one.
- 2024 Best Lawyer rankings for Elder Law and Trusts & Estates in New York City
- Best Lawyers
- Recognized in the Best Lawyers rankings for Elder Law in Setauket, NY
- Best Lawyers
- For the first time, Britt Burner has been recognized in the Best Lawyers rankings for Elder Law in Setauket, NY. For the 2023 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, more than 12.2 million votes were analyzed to identify the top legal talent, as identified by their peers. Best Lawyers has earned the respect of the profession, the media and the public as the most reliable, unbiased source of legal referrals.
- Community Leadership
- Lawyer Legion
- Lawyer Legion recognized Britt Burner, Esq. for Community Leadership.
- Professional Involvement
- Lawyer Legion
- Lawyer Legion recognized Britt Burner, Esq. recognized for Professional Involvement.
- Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch
- Best Lawyers
- For the second consecutive year, Britt Burner, Esq., has been included in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch list by Best Lawyers and her peers in the practice areas of Elder Law and Trusts and Estates.
- Elder Law and Special Needs Planning section of the New York State Bar Association
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- New York State Bar Association, Trusts and Estates Law Section
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- New York State Bar Association, Elder Law Section
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- New York State Bar Association, Elder Law Section
- Production Editor
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- New York State Bar Association Special Needs Section
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- National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys
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- Elder Law and Special Needs Planning section of the New York State Bar Association
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- New York City Bar Association Committee on the Legal Problems of the Aging
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- New York
- New York State Office of Court Administration
- ID Number: 4672440
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- Credit Cards Accepted
- Elder Law
- Estate Planning
- Guardianship & Conservatorship Estate Administration, Health Care Directives, Trusts, Wills
- English: Spoken, Written
Should I Put My Home in a Trust?
Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses how to protect assets, including property and second homes, the ways to reduce and eliminate taxes, and the importance of having a sound estate plan in place.
Retirement Planning After the SECURE Act - Presented by BLG & the Bristal
Brought to you by The Bristal at Holtsville Learn how the SECURE Act of 2019 has changed the estate planning landscape for retirement benefits and if your trust needs an update. Burner Law Group, P.C. Website: https://burnerlaw.com/ Burner Law Group, P.C. Blog: https://burnerlaw.com/trust-estate-blog/ Burner Law Group, P.C. Webinars: https://burnerlaw.com/webinars/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burnerlawgroup/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NancyBurner_Law
Medicaid Deadline Fast Approaching
This video is New York State's new laws affecting community medicaid. Burner Law Group, P.C. Website: https://burnerlaw.com/ Burner Law Group, P.C. Blog: https://burnerlaw.com/trust-estate-blog/ Burner Law Group, P.C. Webinars: https://burnerlaw.com/webinars/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burnerlawgroup/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NancyBurner_Law
Guardianship: Providing for an Incapacitated Adult
When someone becomes incapacitated and failed to put the proper estate planning documents into place, a family member cannot simply take over that persons finances or decide where that person should live. Due to the important civil liberty concerns involved, a guardianship proceeding must be brought. Our attorney Britt Burner sheds light on this special proceeding and the different roles played by the judge, petitioner, court evaluator, interested parties, and court appointed attorney.
Diving Deep into the Medicaid Asset Protection Trust
Britt Burner, Esq. discusses the Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts and how they help people qualify for chronic and community long-term medicaid.
Tailor-Made Wills
What specific clauses do you need in your Will? Britt Burner discusses specific clauses that you may want to include in your Last Will & Testament, such as children’s pot trust, specific bequests, beneficiary trusts, pet trust, power of appointment, disclaimer bypass planning, charitable donations and more!
Understanding Trusts: The Revocable Trust
A revocable trust, also called an inter vivos trust, is a trust created during the grantor's lifetime which dictates how assets are to be distributed during the grantor's lifetime and upon the grantor's death. Learn the basics of the revocable trust, including the role of the grantor, trustee, and beneficiary, and scenarios where such a trust could benefit you.
Income Eligibility for Medicaid: Pooled Trust
Attorney Britt Burner explains how a Pooled Income Trust works in conjunction with Community Medicaid. If you are considering "Aging in Place" and how to pay for long term care, it is crucial you understand your options. A Pooled Income Trust allows you to meet the income eligibility requirements and, at the same time, retain the income to pay bills.
Basic Estate Planning 101
Jennifer Leff Senior Director for MusiCares invited BLG's Britt Burner to do a webinar on basic estate planning. Britt discusses advanced directives, wills and the difference between probate and administration proceedings.
Medicare and Medicaid: How Do They Work Together?
Medicaid and Medicare are both government programs that provide health coverage. Medicare is available for people over 65 yo or who have a disability, regardless of income level. Medicaid coverage has strict income eligibility guidelines. How they overlap and what each covers can be confusing. Britt Burner breaks down Medicare and long-term Medicaid programs available in New York.
2ND TIME AROUND: ESTATE PLANNING FOR BLENDED FAMILIES
Britt Burner, Esq. discusses how to structure your estate planning to fit your particular circumstance when you have children from a previous marriage. Many people are surprised by how their assets would be allocated upon their death - if they do not have a will. Is it your wish to leave assets to both your spouse and children from a prior marriage?
Duties of an Executor & Administrator
Most people know the rudimentariness of a Will and that the nominated executor is tasked with administering the estate. But do you know what duties are entailed and the steps involved? Britt Burner, Esq. discusses the duties of the administrator of an estate (when there is no will) and executor of a will.
Duties of a Trustee
Britt Burner of Burner Law Group discusses the duties of a trustee. A trustee is a fiduciary who administers the assets placed into a trust, either for the benefit of the trustee or a third party. The duties depend on the trust instrument and the type of trust, such as irrevocable, revocable or special needs trust. Whether you have a appointed someone as a trustee or you yourself are a trustee, it is important to know the duties involved.
Why Covid 19 has made Advanced Directives crucial in estate planning.
As attorneys, we have found that COVID-19 and the accompanying shutdown has reshaped some of our beliefs and approaches to estate planning. This is no time to panic, but it is an opportunity to learn from the upheavals brought on by the virus and examine how they change the way we counsel our clients as they create or amend their plans. How Covid-19 has made advance directives and the durable power of attorney crucial documents for people of all ages.
Medicaid & Covid-19
How has the coronavirus affected Medicaid long-term care eligibility? Is Medicaid embracing Telehealth beyond the pandemic? Join Britt Burner as she discusses how Covid-19 has affected Community and Chronic Medicaid.
BNB Leaving Assets to Minors
Join attorney Britt Burner as she discusses the unique issues inherent in leaving assets to minor children.
Attorney Britt Burner on Retirement planning under the SECURE Act
Join BLG's Britt Burner, Esq. as she discuss the changes to retirement accounts under the December 2019 SECURE Act.
Medicaid Explained: Pooled income trusts & how to advocate for the home health services you need!
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Demystifying Medicaid Long Term Care
Medicaid long-term care is a joint state and federal program to help seniors who meet certain asset and income guidelines to get the healthcare they need - either in a...
Estate Planning for All Ages: Part 1
Join our attorney Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses what you need to know about Estate Planning including advance directives and protection of assets.
Advance Directives 101
Advance Directives are documents that can be executed with an Elder Law Attorney. Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses the importance of these documents and the available health care forms in New York
Alzheimer's and Dementia Diagnosis in the Aging Population
Presented by the Bristal Assisted Living and Burner Law Group, P.C. For many with cognitive decline, getting a proper diagnosis from a skilled clinician can be difficult. Dr. Absar will take attendees on a journey on how Alzheimer's and other neurocognitive disorders are diagnosed. Treatment options, care services, and the importance of pro-active planning will also be discussed.
Duties of an Executor
Brought to you by the Bristal at Sayville Join us as we discuss estate planning and the responsibilities of being named as an executor or trustee.
Essential Estate Planning for You and Your Parents
Join Britt Burner as she discusses the importance of basic Estate Planning documents for all generations including health care proxies, durable power of attorneys and last will and testaments for both your own planning as well as aging family members.
Estate Planning for Moms of All Ages
There is no one estate plan that fits everyone, every family is unique so every estate plan should be. Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses how estate planning goals and techniques change as you age.
Estate Planning in an Election Year
Can an election affect how your estate plan should be structured? Britt Burner, Esq. discusses whether you should be reviewing your estate plan after the election. Learn what new changes are on the horizon depending on whether the Democrats or the Republicans win the White House and/or the Senate.
Estate Planning in the New Year
Should you be revisiting your estate plan in 2021? Everyone knows they need advance directives and a will, but put it off for one reason or another. Join us as Britt Burner, Esq. explains the basics of an estate plan and whether your estate plan needs updating under a Biden presidency.
Gifting for Grandparents
Join us in celebrating National Grandparents Day! Gifting for birthdays, holidays, college and other milestones is common amongst grandparents! As with any gift, it’s important to keep in mind each family’s particular circumstances when it comes to tax consequences and planning for future care needs. Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses how to gift to the younger generation in a tax efficient and meaningful way.
Keeping Your Trust Healthy
Have you or your trustees reviewed your trust recently? Join our attorney Britt Burner as she discusses the importance of funding trusts, selling property within trusts and the value of keeping the document in good standing.
Medicaid 101
Learn how to keep control of your long term care with an "aging in place" plan. In order to "age in place", you first need to know the qualifications for receiving Medicaid services at home or in a nursing home. Join us for an informative discussion on the differences between Home Care and Chronic Medicaid and how to put together a plan that gives you the most control over how and where you age.
Medicaid at Home
Studies show that 90% of seniors want to “age in place”, meaning thriving in their home and community, avoiding nursing homes as long as possible. Join our attorney Britt Burner to learn the importance of Estate Planning documents and the benefits of the Community Medicaid program which can allow its participants the ability to live independently in their homes.
Medicaid for Couples: When Both Spouses Need Care
Married couples take a vow to grow old together and putting in place an aging plan ensures that seniors get the care they need later in life to ensure they stay together as long as possible. Unless one has comprehensive long-term care insurance, paying the high cost of home care or nursing home care is impossible for most New Yorkers. Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she breaks down the income and asset guidelines for Medicaid long-term care eligibility when both spouses require care.
New Year! New President! New Estate Plan?
2021 is bringing many changes. Join Britt Burner of Burner Law Group as she discusses proposed changes by the new administration and whether these will affect your estate.
New York’s New Power of Attorney What You Need to Know
New York’s new Power of Attorney (POA) goes into effect on June 13, 2021. Learn about major changes to the POA form, including signing requirements, elimination of the statutory gift rider and guidelines for financial institution’s acceptance or rejection. Britt Burner, Esq. explains why everyone needs a POA, the changes, and whether you should replace your existing POA.
Nursing Home Medicaid
If my loved one needs care now or in the future, how do I pay for it? Join attorney Britt Burner of Burner Law Group, P.C. as she discusses nursing home Medicaid eligibility and requirements.
NY’s New Power of Attorney for Professionals
Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she explains why everyone needs a POA, the changes and whether existing POA’s need to be replaced. You do not want to miss this very important change!
Organizing Life's Daily Demands with Britt Burner
In this episode of "Organizing Life's Daily Demands" Peter Gordon interviews Britt Burner, Partner of Burner Prudenti Law, P.C., an estate planning and elder law firm serving the New York community for over twenty-five years.
Qualifying for Medicaid and Keeping your Income Protected
One of the myths of Medicaid long term care is that you must give up your income to qualify for home care. But how could people manage to stay in their homes and pay their bills? Learn how to retain your income through the use of a Pooled Income Trust.
Revisiting your Estate Plans in this Day of COVID-19
The coronavirus has had a profound effect on our society, whether it be the closing of businesses, isolation from family or the tragic loss of life. It has caused many people to focus on matters long left unfinished and revisit their plans for the future. Britt Burner of Burner Law Group, P.C. discusses how COVID-19 has changed the estate planning landscape, what estate planning documents are crucial, and whether you should be updating your documents.
Special Needs Planning
October is home to Special Needs Planning month. While it is important for everyone to have a sound estate plan in place, it is of special importance for those with disabled beneficiaries. Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses the importance of estate planning with a focus on special needs topics including supplemental needs trust.
The Role of Trustee and Executor
Have you put an Estate Plan in place or have questions on the responsibilities of agents, trustees or executors? Join our attorney Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses these important roles in Estate Planning.
Tis the Season to Learn about Gifting Rules
Whether you are considering gifting cash or other assets to family this holiday season, learn how gifting affects your estate taxes and Medicaid. Join us for an in-depth discussion on gifting including the most tax-efficient way to pass down wealth.
Understanding the "Power" in New York State's New Power of Attorney
Having proper documents in place is crucial to a sound Estate Plan. Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses the changes to the POA form, the importance of understanding its power and guidelines for financial institution’s acceptance of the document.
Westhampton Free Library Link and Learn: Estate Planning in 2022
Thank you to our friends at the Westhampton Free Library for welcoming our attorney Britt Burner, Esq. for a discussion on the updates to Estate Planning in 2022. In addition to basic estate planning documents, Britt reviewed the process of probate, current estate tax levels and how to protect assets.
Westhampton Free Library Link and Learn - Estate Planning for Pets
What happens to your pet if you are suddenly gone? Did you know that a well-defined Estate Plan can include provisions for pets? In honor of National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, join us as our friends at the Westhampton Free Library welcomes us to discuss pet trusts and various planning tools to ensure that your pets are taken care of.
Westhampton Free Library Link and Learn: Estate Planning for Women
Women live longer than men, are less likely to earn as much as men over the course of their lives, and are most likely to be the primary caretakers. These are just three of the factors that impact estate planning for women. Join us as our friends at the Westhampton Free Library welcomes our attorney Britt Burner, Esq. to discuss the factors that impact estate planning for
Westhampton Free Library Link and Learn: Keeping Your Trust Healthy
Have you or your trustees reviewed your trust recently? Our attorney Britt Burner of Burner Law Group, P.C. discusses the importance of funding trusts, selling property within trusts and the value of keeping the document in good standing.
Westhampton Free Library Link and Learn: Nursing Home Medicaid
If my loved one needs care now or in the future, how do I pay for it? Join our attorney Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses nursing home Medicaid eligibility and requirements.
Westhampton Free Library Link and Learn: Protecting Assets - Should I put my home in a Trust
Join Britt Burner, Esq. as she discusses how to protect assets including property and second homes, ways to reduce and eliminate taxes and the importance of having a sound estate plan in place.
What you Need to Know about New York's New Power of Attorney
New York State simplified its Durable Power of Attorney and this new law goes into effect on June 13, 2021. Join Britt Burner of Burner Law Group as she explains the history of New York's Power of Attorney, the beneficial new changes and whether you will need to execute a new power of attorney.
You're a Trustee... Now What?
Whether you are the Trustee of your own or someone else’s trust, you probably have questions about your duties and obligations. Britt Burner discusses trust administration, including how to open a trust account, keep records and make distributions.