New York

Aug 21, 2024

🔑 The New York State Constitution Establishes the Jurisdiction of the Surrogate's Court

The New York Constitution establishes the jurisdiction of the Surrogate's Court....

Aug 18, 2024

New York: Lifetime Trust Is a Term of Art

I spoke with a colleague recently who stated, "Inter vivos trust, not...

Aug 15, 2024

🔑 NY: Fiduciaries Have Responsibilities to Decedent's Creditors

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Aug 12, 2024

Specific Statutes v. Case-by-Case Flexibility

Recently, I volunteered on a subcommittee of the New York State Bar Association&...

Aug 11, 2024

🔑 When "Clear and Definite," Testator's Intent Is Found In Words Used

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Aug 11, 2024

🔑 NY: A Court Cannot Change "Clear and Definite" Words

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Aug 09, 2024

🔑 NY: Plain Meaning of Words Trump Canons of Construction

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Rules

Aug 05, 2024

🔑 Probate: Common Form v. Solemn Form

The procedure differs depending on the state....

Rules

Aug 03, 2024

🔑 NY: Standard for Deciding a Summary Judgment in a Probate Proceeding

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Jun 15, 2024

New York: Resignation of Testamentary Trustee Requires Court Approval

In New York, under current law, a testamentary trustee must obtain court approval...

Jun 01, 2024

🔑 New York: Power to Adjust Prohibitions

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May 31, 2024

🔑 New York: "Four" Power to Adjust Preconditions

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