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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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.
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Inheritance by Minors – Trust PlanningLearn about trust planning for minors inheriting over $10K, including types of trusts, guardianship alternatives, and how to manage inheritance effectively.
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Inheritance by Non-Marital Children (aka Children Born Out of Wedlock)Learn how non-marital children can inherit under NY law, including conditions for establishing paternity through orders, acknowledgments, and clear evidence.
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Inheritance by Minors – GuardianshipsLearn about guardianship for minors inheriting over $10,000, court procedures, necessary parties, and responsibilities of a property guardian under NY law.