NY Probate is Like a Box of Chocolates – You Never Know What You’re Going to Get
Tracy R. Field2025-03-09T16:41:41-04:00Most people think about estate planning but never follow through and create one. Unfortunately, when there's no clear plan, probate or administration in New York becomes a likely reality for those left behind. Like a box of chocolates, these court processes are full of surprises—some good, some bad, and some that leave a bitter taste. Some estates move through the legal system fairly smoothly, with assets reaching heirs without major issues. Others, however, get stuck in a web of court procedures, legal fees, and family disputes that drag [...]