by Regina Kiperman | Jan 14, 2019 | Featured, General
The Executor won’t Share any Information with me! How Can I Compel an estate accounting? How can you compel an estate accounting when you have not received the information you are entitled to receive from the Executor? Consider the following example: Five years ago,...
by Regina Kiperman | Nov 19, 2018 | Featured
When to Start a NYC Guardianship Proceeding Often times we find ourselves wondering whether the time is right to start a NYC guardianship proceeding. The below sets forth a few instances that should raise red flags and should get you thinking about filing. No “Advance...
by Regina Kiperman | Oct 29, 2018 | Featured
Opening a Safe Deposit Box After Death in New York City Banks will often seal a safe deposit box following the death of an owner (or co-owner). Pursuant to SCPA 2003, An “interested party” (e.g., spouse, beneficiary, fiduciary) may access the box for...
by Regina Kiperman | Oct 17, 2018 | Estate Planning, Featured, General, Wills
Compelling the Production of the Decedent’s Will in NYC Bob dies. At the time of his death, you find a copy of his Last Will and Testament (“Will”) among his possessions. The Will was drafted by an attorney. You call the attorney who tells you that he is not...
by Regina Kiperman | Sep 24, 2018 | Featured, Guardianship
Temporary, Special, or Permanent NYC Article 81 Guardianship – Which One is Right for Your Situation? The New York City Guardianship statute authorizes a Court to appoint a guardian to manage the personal needs or property of a person who cannot manage on their...
