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If a loved one has recently passed away, we can help you determine estate heirs, distribute assets and pay creditors. Call New York estate attorney Stephen Bilkis & Associates, PLLC 800.696.9529. We are available 24/7. LEARN MORE Practice Areas Estate Planning Probate Estate Administration Elder Law 10 Reasons Why You Should Hire Stephen Bilkis & Associates 1 Free consultation. 2 24/7 Emergency hotline. 3 We treat every client with concern, respect and dignity. 4 We have an in-depth understanding of the law and focus on every detail to help our clients. 5 We've represented thousands of clients. 6 Over 100 years of Experience. 7 Multiple locations in New York City and Long Island. 8 Personal attention. 9 We fight diligently for our clients. 10 Our goal is to level the playing field and help families and working people by providing our legal knowledge and resources at reasonable prices. Some of our lawyers and / or cases and / or clients in whole or in part have been seen on these media outlets. Client Reviews ★★★★★ Mr. Bilkis handled both my father and mother's estate issues through very difficult times he was compassionate kind and understanding. In fact the whole firm showed great empathy. Despite the emotional hard time we were having that quickly and efficiently handle all the matters that were necessary to get us the result we desired. Can't recommend them enough. B.B. 123 VIEW MORE Submit a Law Firm Client Review New York Probate and Estate Administration Blog Court found no undue influence where the decedent's testamentary plan is a natural progression. Probate Proceeding, Estate of Dorris (N.Y. Surr. Ct. 2021) On May 21, 2017, at age 86, decedent E. Lowell Dorris passed away testate. He was survived by 4 nieces and a nephew. However, in his will, he named… Through a kinship hearing the court determined that decedent had children who were entitled to his estate. In re D.W.L, 71 Misc.3d 1204(A) (N.Y. Surr. Ct. 2021) Leaving a will is the best way to ensure that property left in your estate after you pass away goes to the people you want to receive it.… Court considered whether after-acquired assets must pass by intestacy. In re Estate of Keough, 2021 NY Slip Op 3948 (N.Y. App. Div. 2021) In this case, the Appellate Division considered whether assets acquired by a testator's estate after the death of the testator should be distributed… Contact Us 1 Free Consultation 2 Over 100 Years of Experience 3 Available 24/7 Fill out the contact form or call us at 800.696.9529 to schedule your free consultation. 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