Probate
When a person dies leaving a Will, the legal process that takes place is called probate. Before the Will has any legal effect, it must be admitted to probate by the Surrogate’s Court located in the county where the person died. In other words, the court must make a determination that the Will is valid.
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Estate Planning for Special Needs
One of the most important tools in creating an estate plan for a person with special needs is the creation of a Special Needs Trust. It may be created as an Inter Vivos Trust (one created during lifetime), or as part of a Will (also known as a Testamentary Trust). A Supplemental Needs Trust can
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