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Probate is the process by which a last will and testament is accepted by the Surrogate’s Court.

The process of appointing a legal guardian can take many months, so it is important to have a U.S.-based or a NY-based guardian to care for your kids.

Once the fiduciary receives letters and is appointed executor or administrator by the surrogate’s court, the fiduciary may provide reimbursements.

While it is not required to hire a lawyer to represent the executor of an estate, it is often a good idea to seek representation.

Whether you are 18 or 81, there are four key documents you should consider: health care proxy, HIPAA release form, living will, and power of attorney.

If you are a parent of a young child, you have probably heard that you should have a will. But do you know why?

Britt Burner has been elected as a Fellow of the New York Bar Foundation by its Board of Directors.

ABLE accounts allow people with disabilities to save money without affecting their eligibility for public benefits, such as SSI.

The Transfer on Death Deed is a provision under New York State Real Property Law that provides property owners with the ability to designate beneficiaries who will inherit real property upon their passing, bypassing the probate process.

Partner Hon. Gail Prudenti has been appointed as the Chair of the Suffolk County Bar Association (SCBA) Judicial Screening Committee. Learn more about the prestigious appointment.