How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Will

How to Choose the Right Executor for Your Will

New York Estate Planning: Tips for Choosing the Right Executor Estate Planning is a crucial step in protecting your assets and ensuring that your final wishes are carried out. One of the most important decisions you will make during this process is selecting an...
What Is Probate and Why Does It Matter?

What Is Probate and Why Does It Matter?

Navigating the legal landscape can be a daunting task, especially when dealing with matters related to Estates and Wills. Probate is a term that often arises in such discussions, and understanding its significance is crucial for anyone involved in the Estate Planning...
What is a Will Executor in New York?

What is a Will Executor in New York?

A Decedent will typically designate a trusted person as their Executor in their Will. It is the job of the Executor to submit the Will for Probate upon such person’s death. If the Will is admitted to Probate, the Surrogate Court issues an Order giving the Executor the...
What Is a Will, And Do I Need One?

What Is a Will, And Do I Need One?

What is a Will? A Will, also referred to as a Last Will & Testament, is a legal document that details the Testator’s (the Will’s creator) wishes as to who should inherit Estate assets when they pass away. As well, if you have children, a Will can dictate who you...
What Are The Grounds For Contesting a Will in New York?

What Are The Grounds For Contesting a Will in New York?

There are various reasons one might want to contest someone’s Last Will & Testament after their passing. Wills are only valid if they were executed properly and free of fraud and outside influence.  When a Will is contested, the individual contesting...