One of the most important steps you can take for your family is creating a will. A will allows you to decide who inherits your assets, who manages your estate, and in some cases, who cares for your minor children. Without one, you leave these critical decisions up to New York State law. Unfortunately, many...Read More

When a loved one passes away, the emotional toll is often overwhelming. On top of grieving, families are left with the responsibility of managing their affairs—especially their estate. That’s where probate comes in. If you’ve ever heard the term but weren’t quite sure what it meant or how it works in New York, this article...Read More

If you’ve recently received a “Notice of Probate,” you may wonder what it means and whether you need to take action. In New York, a Notice of Probate is a formal notification that a loved one’s Last Will and Testament is being submitted to the Surrogate’s Court to begin the legal process known as probate....Read More

When a loved one passes away, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by grief and uncertainty. Amidst the emotional toll, there are often legal matters that must be addressed—especially when the person who passed owned assets in their name alone. In these situations, a court must appoint someone to handle their financial and legal affairs, a...Read More

As a probate attorney, one of the most common questions I hear from families is about student loan debt after death. With student loan debt in America reaching unprecedented levels, this topic affects many families during probate administration.Read More