Probate Lawyers in Queens County, NY
Probate is the legal process of distributing a deceased person’s assets to beneficiaries and resolving creditor claims. In New York, Surrogate’s Courts handle probating wills and administering estates without wills. Generally, probate is complicated and can feature many challenges and disputes. If you are navigating this process after a loved one has passed away, you can greatly benefit from the counsel and advocacy of an attorney.
At SBAGK LLP, we devote much of our practice to protecting the rights and interests of clients in probate. Using decades of combined experience, our lawyers work tirelessly to minimize our clients’ stress and administrative costs. You can turn to us for disputes over a will’s provisions, concerns about an executor/administrator’s actions, and any other issues that arise during probate.
Schedule a complimentary consultation with one of our Queens County probate attorneys by calling (929) 405-1054 or submitting our online contact form.
When Must Estates Go Through Probate?
If a person dies and leaves behind a will, it must go through probate. This legal process is overseen by the relevant county’s Surrogate’s Court. It is important to note that probate is only necessary for estates with values over $30,000.
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Alex had my best interests accounted for from every angle. I felt very comfortable and will only use him from now on.- Sergiy K.
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Ms. Gill is an excellent attorney who went above and beyond and out of her way. She did an excellent job keeping us informed every step of the way.- Chris V.
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I was very fortunate to have their guidance and would recommend to anyone!- John O.
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I recently had the pleasure of working with Preet Gill on my immigration matters, and I must say that the experience was outstanding.- Fredy C.
Can You Avoid Probate?
Through proper estate planning, you can make sure that your beneficiaries do not have to face the complications and stresses that so often come with probate.
Strategies for avoiding probate include the following:
- Placing assets in a revocable (living) or irrevocable trust
- Naming beneficiaries on financial accounts and life insurance policies
- Entering a joint ownership with rights of survivorship arrangement for real estate and other property
Do you need assistance creating a trust? Are you looking for a dependable legal advisor who you can consult about the implications of naming a beneficiary on retirement or investment accounts? Turn to SBAGK LLP for guidance. What Does Probate Involve?
During probate, a judge determines whether the executor (a person the will designates) fulfilled a will’s provisions. This includes distributing assets to beneficiaries, managing the estate during probate, and paying debts and taxes. A judge will also confirm whether the will’s author had the mental capacity to create and sign it.
Schedule a Complimentary Consultation at SBAGK LLP
Probate is complicated, but working with us is not. We offer complimentary initial consultations and conduct most of our work virtually. This means that no matter where you are in the Northeastern United States, getting started at our firm and receiving support from our skilled team is accessible.
To set up your consultation, call (929) 405-1054 or contact us online.
