Leighton law group

If your loved one planned their estate with a Last Will & Testament, then the named executor is responsible for submitting the Will to the county Surrogate's Court for probate.  Once submitted, there are several legal requirements that the Executor is required to undertake.  Often executors are unaware of these requirements and unintentional mistakes are made.  We can assist the executor with the overall administration or as needed to make sure the legal procedures are properly followed. Every estate is different and we can help ease your burden in this difficult time.

Not everyone prepares with a will and, in those cases, the next of kin can apply for an intestate administration to obtain the assets, pay final bills, and distribute the estate in accordance with intestacy laws.

Even small estates can sometimes have some complexities that require court intervention.  Sometimes the original Will is lost.  Other times the Will was not properly executed.  And still other times the heirs and family have differing opinions on how to move forward.  We have experience with getting irregular Wills probated, contesting Wills, and lawsuits challenging the administration of an estate.  Contact us to see how we can assist you.