Category: Probate

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Can the New York Surrogate’s Court Entertain an Estate Proceeding for Someone Who Died Long Ago?

Thomas Sciacca May 10, 2023

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Who’s Who in the New York Surrogate’s Court?

Thomas Sciacca April 26, 2023

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Ways to Avoid Burdening Family and Friends With Funeral Costs

Thomas Sciacca August 24, 2022

Challenging the Effect of “Undue Influence” on a Will

Tom Sciacca January 07, 2022

What is an Affidavit of Urgency and When is it Appropriate?

Tom Sciacca December 09, 2021

What To Do When You Cannot Find the Original Will of a Deceased New Yorker

Tom Sciacca November 10, 2021

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Summary Judgment in New York Probate Proceedings

Thomas Sciacca April 30, 2021

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How to Remove Limitations on Letters of Administration

Thomas Sciacca January 13, 2021

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What Is a Preliminary Executor?

Thomas Sciacca May 21, 2020

Open Mouth, Insert Foot — What Not To Say In Your Will

Thomas Sciacca July 15, 2019