Suffolk County Surrogate’s Court has updated its protocols and local rules as of March 24, 2025. The updated protocols can… Read more
Category: Note to File
Surrogate Kelly: First to File Gets First Priority
In a recent court conference in Queens County Surrogate’s Court, Surrogate Peter J. Kelly indicated that, all else being equal,… Read more
Queens County Continues to Experience Processing Delays
The Queens County Surrogate’s Court continues to require more time than usual to review submissions, advising E-Filers that it will… Read more
My Office’s Descent and Distribution Diagram
These days, my practice focuses almost exclusively on estate litigation, surrogate’s court practice, and adult guardianship. However, I used to… Read more
The Easy Way for Attorneys Representing the Decedent’s Cousins to Get a Death Certificate in New York City
Retrieving an original copy of a death certificate in New York City usually isn’t a big challenge, but it can… Read more