Probate

How Long Does Probate Last? 150 150 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

How Long Does Probate Last?

How long does probate take in New York City? Clients often ask me “Kamilla, how long does probate take?” This can be a hard question to answer, especially nowadays. Covid…

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An Executor Stole from an Estate. Now What?  150 150 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

An Executor Stole from an Estate. Now What? 

What to do when an executor steals from the estate? The suspicion that an executor may be stealing from an estate is a common grievance from heirs and beneficiaries. The…

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How to get Letters Testamentary in NY 150 150 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

How to get Letters Testamentary in NY

How to get Letters Testamentary in NY The Process in Acquiring The Letters Testamentary in NY You might have received notice from the Office of the New York State Comptroller…

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Challenging a Will in New York State 150 150 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

Challenging a Will in New York State

Challenging a Will in New York State or NYC Challenging a will in New York State or New York City is not a simple task. The right to contest a…

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5 Ways To Find Out If Someone Has A Will 1024 684 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

5 Ways To Find Out If Someone Has A Will

5 Ways To Find Out If Someone Has A Will What Are The Five Ways To Find Out If Someone Left a Will Behind? The search to determine whether someone…

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Should I sign a Waiver and Consent form? 150 150 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

Should I sign a Waiver and Consent form?

Should you sign a Waiver and Consent form? The most frequently asked question in estate practice is whether someone should sign a Waiver of Process Consent to Probate form, or…

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What & Who is a Distributee? 150 150 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

What & Who is a Distributee?

Understanding Who A Distrubtee Is and What Role They Play in an Estate Matter If you have visited Surrogate’s Court for information, or called an attorney’s office to inquire about…

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What Is The Penalty For Stealing From An Estate? 810 450 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

What Is The Penalty For Stealing From An Estate?

What Is The Penalty For Stealing From An Estate? These days, there is a paper trail for everything. That is to say, stealing from an estate is not an easy…

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The Role of The Estate Administrator When There is No Will (Intestate) 768 402 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

The Role of The Estate Administrator When There is No Will (Intestate)

The Role of The Estate Administrator When There is No Will (Intestate) At first glance, the role of an estate administrator may appear to be simple. But complications vary from…

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Opening and Withdrawing from an Estate Account 768 402 Kamilla Mishiyeva, Esq.

Opening and Withdrawing from an Estate Account

Opening and Withdrawing from an Estate Account One of the greatest advantages of becoming an executor or estate administrator is managing and having control of the estate bank account. Non-fiduciary…

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