Ancillary Probate in New York: When a Non-Resident Owns NY Property
Understanding ancillary probate in New York. SCPA 1601-1612 explained. When it's required for out-of-state decedents with Westchester real property.
Read Article →Do I Need Probate in New York? When Probate Is and Is Not Required
Learn whether probate is required in New York. Assets that bypass probate, the small estate threshold of $50,000, and alternatives to probate.
Read Article →Executor Duties and Responsibilities in New York
What an executor must do to administer an estate in New York, from obtaining Letters Testamentary to filing the final accounting. A practical guide for Westchester County executors.
Read Article →How Long Does Probate Take in Westchester County?
Probate timelines in Westchester County typically span 9-18 months. Learn what factors speed up or delay the process and your alternatives.
Read Article →Intestacy in New York: What Happens Without a Will
When a New York resident dies without a will, EPTL 4-1.1 determines who inherits. Learn the intestacy rules, distribution shares, and what it means for Westchester County families.
Read Article →Letters of Administration in New York
How to obtain Letters of Administration from the Surrogate's Court when a person dies without a will, including the priority rules, bond requirements, and process in Westchester County.
Read Article →Letters Testamentary in New York: What They Are and How to Get Them
Letters Testamentary are the legal authority an executor needs to act on behalf of an estate. Learn how to obtain them from the Westchester County Surrogate's Court.
Read Article →New York Probate Deadline Checker
Enter a date of death and date letters were issued to see all key probate deadlines for estate administration in New York.
Read Article →Probate in Westchester County: A Step-by-Step Guide
How probate works in Westchester County Surrogate's Court, from filing the petition to closing the estate. A practical guide for executors and family members.
Read Article →Small Estate Administration in New York
How to settle a small estate in New York without full probate, including the $50,000 threshold under SCPA Article 13, the voluntary administrator process, and what qualifies.
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