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 5 Worst Things an Executor Can DoEstate fiduciaries, such as executors and administrators, wield tremendous power. They are entrusted with managing the estate of a person who passed away.
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Estate of Levity: Who is the Richest Game Show Host Ever?The passing of Alex Trebek this past fall got us thinking about the talk show industry. He did what he loved right until the end, even while battling cancer.
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We Can Work It Out: Litigating A Beatle’s Estate (Part II – George Harrison)In the case of the quiet Beatle George Harrison, the property at issue consisted of a guitar and stationery signed by Harrison in his final days. Read more!
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We Can Work It Out: Litigating A Beatle’s EstateExplore John Lennon's will dispute and Julian's fight for his inheritance. Learn about family, wills, and the impact of undue influence on estates. Read more!
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Occupy This: Can an heir with an interest in a decedent’s real estate be surcharged for use and occupancy?Can an executor charge rent to an heir occupying estate property? Learn about tenant rights, co-tenancy, and use-and-occupancy charges in estate disputes.
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You Just HAD to Say It: NY Wills Must Be "Published"Learn why it's crucial to publish your will in New York to ensure its validity and avoid potential challenges during probate. Get expert legal guidance.
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2014 Changes to New York’s Estate Tax (Part 1)New York State enacted legislation which incrementally increases the NYS exemption amount from April 1, 2014, through January 1, 2019. Read blog for more!
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Anatomy of a Probate ProceedingExplore the probate process in New York, from petitioning the Surrogate's Court to estate administration, and learn how an experienced attorney can guide you.
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Estate of Levity: William ShakespeareBrief story of the last wishes of Shakespeare used to demonstrate the complexities and pitfalls of vague language when used in estate planning.
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Estate of Levity: The Man Who Left His Wife One ShillingOld time story of a husband who tries to cut his wife out of his will by leaving her a single shilling, which is used to explain the spousal elective share.