New York Probate
& Estate Administration
When someone passes away, their estate must be settled. New York's probate and estate administration process involves the Surrogate's Court and can be complex to navigate without guidance.
Schedule an AppointmentProbating a Will in New York.
When someone passes away in New York with a will, the will must be proven valid through the Surrogate's Court.
Once the court admits the will to probate, an executor is appointed to carry out its terms. The executor is responsible for settling the estate and distributing assets to the named beneficiaries. The process can be straightforward or complex depending on the circumstances.
When there is no will.
When someone passes away in New York without a will, they are said to have died intestate. In that case, New York's intestacy laws determine how the estate is distributed rather than the wishes of your loved one.
The court appoints an administrator to settle the estate in accordance with New York law.
The Law Offices of Tracy R. Field PLLC works with New York executors and families to help guide them through the process.