Expand Powers of Guardian
When to Expand Powers of Guardian At times, a Court-appointed Article 81 Guardian may need to expand their authority to effectively support the person they […]
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Testamentary Capacity vs Legal Incapacity in NY
Testamentary Capacity vs Legal Incapacity in NY: Why You Can Lose a Guardianship Case but Still Have a Valid Will in New York. In New
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Can Guardianship Court Void a Will in New York?
Can Guardianship Court Void a Will in New York? A common question in elder law and estate litigation is: can guardianship court void a Will
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Can an Executor Force Someone to Return Money?
Can an Executor Force Someone to Return Money? Understanding SCPA 2104 in New York Estate Litigation When someone passes away, disputes over money and property
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What Happens at an SCPA 2103 Deposition?
What Happens at an SCPA 2103 Deposition? (SCPA 2103 Explained for Executors and Families) Being told you have to appear for a deposition in Surrogate’s
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Recover Estate Assets in Surrogates Court
Recover Estate Assets in Surrogates Court (SCPA §§ 2103 & 2104) Administering an estate is not just about gathering the obvious—it is often about recovering
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How To Win A Guardianship Case In New York
How To Win A Guardianship Case In New York Guardianship proceedings in New York can be emotionally difficult and legally complex. Whether you are seeking
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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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When Does a Guardianship Case Become a Fight?
When Does a Guardianship Case Become a Fight? Guardianship proceedings are intended to protect individuals who can no longer manage their personal or financial affairs.
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Undue Influence in New York Surrogate’s Court
Undue Influence in New York Surrogate’s Court: What It Is and How to Prove It When a person creates or changes a will, the law
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