Remove an Executor of a NYC Estate
Remove an Executor of a NYC Estate When a loved one passes away, the last thing anyone wants to deal with is a complicated and …
Ending Guardianship in New York City
Ending Guardianship In NYC Ending guardianship in NYC is its own process that must be understood and analyzed. Guardianship, in general, is an arrangement where …
What If Executor Steals from Estate?
What Happens if the Executor Steals From the Estate? An Executor of an estate must, among other things, collect the assets of the estate, pay …
Preparing an Estate Accounting for a NYC Estate
Preparing an Estate Accounting for a NYC Estate Preparing an estate accounting is one of the most important duties of an executor, trustee, or administrator …
Died Without a Will. Now What?
What are my Rights if my Relative Died Without a Will? Barbara, a widow, died without a Will. She was survived by her two children, …
Accounting By A Power of Attorney
When Can You Receive an Accounting By A Power of Attorney? Yes – You are entitled to an accounting by A Power of Attorney. Pursuant …
Open a Safe Deposit Box After Death NYC
How to Open a Safe Deposit Box After Death in New York City Banks will often seal a safe deposit box following the death of …
Slayer Rule – New York
What is the Slayer Rule? The Slayer Rule in New York states that you forfeit any interest you may have in your victim’s estate. If …
Beneficiary Dies After Will Probated
What Happens if the Beneficiary Dies After Will Probated but Before Estate Settled? When a beneficiary dies after Will is probated but before the distribution …
Guardian of the Property of Minor
Guardian of the Property of Minor Child (SCPA Article 17) Countless articles are written about the importance of estate planning for parents and the need …