The Law Offices Of Roman Aminov is often asked, What Does a Probate Lawyer Do? Probate lawyers help their clients get the last will and testament of their loved one admitted to probate and also assist their clients in handling the affairs of the estate. Attorneys who concentrate in probate law work with the Surrogate’s […]

I speak with prospective clients who tell me that their loved one passed away many years ago, but for various reasons, they have not probated their will in Surrogate’s Court. They ask, is there is a time limit to probate will (aka statute of limitations)? The answer is that, in New York, there is no […]

I am often asked, Roman, How Long Does It Take For A Will To Go Through Probate in NY? The answer always depends on the particular circumstance of the case. Variables such as whether the will is being contested by an interested party, the size of the estate, the nature of the assets in the […]

Many people think that probate is always a long and expensive process. In reality, most probate matters are handled quickly and efficiently. What's The Cost Of Probate in NY? Assuming that no one is contesting the will or challenging the appointment of the executor, and assuming all of the decedent’s next of kin (called distributees) […]