Contested Probate Proceedings in New York
Probate proceedings in New York can often be straightforward, allowing for the efficient distribution of assets according to a decedent’s Last Will and Testament. However, …
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What is a Life Estate in New York?
Life estates are legal arrangements that grant individuals the right to live in a property for the duration of their life, while also outlining what …
How to Get a Copy of the Will in New York: A Comprehensive Guide
If you are in New York and need to obtain a copy of a deceased person’s Last Will and Testament, it is crucial to understand …
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When Someone Dies Weird Sh!t Can Happen
Weird Sh!t That Happens When Someone Dies Greetings Friends, Colleagues, and Fellow Readers, As record temperatures sweep the nation, I thought you might enjoy this …
File Your Will with Probate Court?
Should You File Your Will with the Surrogate’s Court? To file your Will with the Court or not to file your Will with the Court? …
Creditor’s Petition in New York Surrogate’s Court
Creditor’s Petition for Appointment of Public Administrator After a person dies, their estate goes through a legal process known as probate (when there is a …
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Remove a Guardian in NYC
Remove a Guardian in NYC Pursuant to Mental Hygiene Law §81.35 Guardianship is a legal relationship established by the Court that grants an individual the …
Designate an Administrator of NYC Estate
Designate an Administrator of NYC Estate Yes; you Can Designate an Administrator to serve as the Fiduciary of the Estate. The proposed administrator must be …
Due Diligence Affidavit For Probate
Due Diligence Affidavit For Probate When a person dies with a Last Will and Testament in New York, there are certain steps that are required …
Can First Cousins Inherit in NYC?
Can First Cousins Inherit in NYC? In New York City, if a person dies without a Will, New York’s intestacy laws found in EPTL 4-1.1 …