Spousal Right of Election
In New York, a spouse is entitled to receive the protections of the Spousal Right of Election statute, codified as EPTL 5-1.1(A). Under this rule, […]
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Compel an Estate Accounting in Surrogate’s Court
How Do I Compel an Estate Accounting In Surrogate’s Court? If an executor, administrator, trustee, or Guardian refuses to provide information about the financial status
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Holographic Will – Can It Be Probated?
Estate planning often involves the creation of Wills, with many people familiarizing themselves with traditionally drafted documents by attorneys. However, there’s another type of Will
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Preliminary Letters Testamentary
Preliminary Letters Testamentary Authorize Immediate Access to a Decedent’s Estate. Imagine the following: your parent or loved one just died, perhaps as a result of
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Distribute the Estate Assets
If you are acting as an Executor or Administrator of an Estate, you may be asking yourself: when can I distribute the estate assets that
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Estate Planning for Unmarried Partners
Estate planning for unmarried partners is important because unmarried partners do not share the same protections and benefits offered to married partners. For example, in
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Estate Litigation – Act Strategically to Keep Costs Down
Estate Litigation – Act Strategically to Keep Costs Down This month, I wanted to share with you the complex realm of estate litigation – a
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Is My “No Contest” Clause Foolproof?
My Will has a “No Contest” clause. Is it Foolproof? A “No Contest” clause or “In Terrorem” clause is often thought of as a way
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Unseal Apartment After Death
Unseal Apartment After Death How Do I Unseal Apartment After Death In NYC After It Was Sealed by The Police? There are a number of
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How Long Does Probate Take in New York?
Probate, the legal process posthumously ensuring the proper distribution of assets and settlement of debts, prompts the question, “How Long Does Probate Take in New
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