Serving New York's Probate Needs
Since 1984, attorney Joan Iacono has guided families in Westchester, Putnam and Rockland counties thorough the New York state probate process.
Known for her compassion and creative problem-solving approach, Ms. Iancono is skilled at working through the probate process, settling any disputes and transferring property to the beneficiaries.
The following provides general information about the probate process. For more information about Ms. Iancono's legal services, visit our probate page.
Probate and Estate Administration - An Overview
Estate administration refers to the process of probating the estate of a decedent, which generally includes collecting, inventorying and appraising assets; paying and collecting debts; filing and paying estate taxes; and distributing any remaining assets to beneficiaries.
An experienced probate and estate administration attorney from Iacono Law Office in Bronxville, New York, can help simplify this complicated process. If you need help in the administration of an estate, call Iacono Law Office today.
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The Probate Process
Probate is the court process used to determine the validity of a will and oversee the payment of creditors and distribution of estate assets. Even if there is no valid will at the time of death, the estate will still go through the probate procedure. Since probate is regulated by state laws, there are specific procedures prescribed by each state for carrying out the process.
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Role of the Executor
An executor is the person named by the creator of the will (the testator) to carry out the terms and provisions of the will. In addition to locating important documents and notifying Social Security, pension providers, annuity providers and other entities of the death, the executor has numerous other legal responsibilities.
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Avoiding Probate
Assets disposed of outside the probate process are part of the non-probate estate. Because a probate proceeding is not required, these assets are distributed more quickly to the appropriate beneficiaries. Many people seek out these assets and ownership models to save their loved ones from the difficulties associated with going through probate.
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Will Contests
The fact that a person leaves a will does not guarantee that her or his property will be distributed according to the will's terms. A court generally must provide an opportunity to allow others to object to the will, and a legal challenge, called a will contest, may be brought by anyone with an interest in the will who believes it is invalid.
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Probate and Estate Administration Resource Links
Uniform Probate Code Locator
Maintained by Cornell University Law School, this site identifies the states that have adopted, at least in part, the Uniform Probate Code. Links are also provided to each state's version of the code.
Executors
This page is maintained by the H.E.L.P. organization, and provides an overview of the executor's, personal representatives', and trustee's estate administration responsibilities.
The Probate Process
This American Bar Association resource provides general information on the probate process, including information on the costs, how long the process takes and what types of estates pass through probate.
Wills and Estates: The Probate Process
This American Bar Association resource provides general information on the probate process.
SmartMoney® Estate Planning
Provides information to consumers on the process of gathering information and documentation for estate planning.
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