Handling estate matters can be difficult and personal. Mistakes are easily made, and your rights as family members can be hard to understand. Browse our blog to find recent, relevant posts that can help you understand probate, estate administration, estate litigation, Surrogate’s court, and more.
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The “I’ll Pay It Back” Trap: Why Commingling Estate Funds Is a Fatal Fiduciary Mistake in New YorkLearn why keeping estate funds separate is essential in New York, the legal risks of commingling, and how an estate litigation lawyer can protect your rights.
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Daniel R. Antonelli Inducted as President of the Brooklyn Bar AssociationDaniel R. Antonelli inducted as President of the Brooklyn Bar Association on June 9, 2026. Probate & estate litigation attorney serving Brooklyn, NY.
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Antonelli & Antonelli Attends the 2026 Brooklyn Bar Association Annual Judiciary NightThe Brooklyn Bar Association recently hosted its 2026 Annual Judiciary Night — and Antonelli & Antonelli was proud to be part of this celebrated tradition.
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2026 Brooklyn Bar Association Annual Induction CeremonyDaniel R. Antonelli will be installed as Brooklyn Bar Association President on June 9, 2026. Join us for the Annual Induction Ceremony at 123 Remsen St.
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No More Knocking: Why New York Just Made Legal Paperwork a Lot SimplerNew York simplifies legal paperwork service under SCPA §307, cutting delays, costs, and stress in probate and estate cases. Learn how it affects you today now!
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SCPA § 307: The End of the “Service Scavenger Hunt” in New YorkNew York's 2025 SCPA § 307 amendment allows certified mail service on NY domiciliaries—no due diligence required. Here's what changed and how to stay compliant.
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Understanding the Role of a Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)Navigating the legal system can be complex for individuals unable to represent themselves effectively. In these situations, the court may appoint a GAL.
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The Public Administrator’s OfficeWhen a person residing in NYC dies without a will and without a close relative willing and able to manage the estate, the Public Administrator steps in.
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Genealogists’ Role in Kinship Hearings in New YorkA kinship hearing determines who inherits the deceased's estate. And this is where an attorney and a genealogist become your winning combination. Learn more.
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The Heir Apparent: Navigating Kinship Hearings in New York Surrogate's CourtYou get a knock on the door. It's a government official informing you that a distant relative has passed away and, you might be an heir! What do you do?