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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Southfields Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Drake Loeb PLLC

4.7
21 Reviews

  • Serving Southfields, NY and Orange County, New York

  • Law Firm with 11 lawyers2 awards

  • Strategic, Common Sense Legal Solutions for Individuals, Municipalities & Businesses

  • Estate Planning LawyersAppellate Practice, Arbitration, and 47 more

Glen L. Heller
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Law Offices of Lorenzo L. Angelino

4.7
6 Reviews

  • Serving Southfields, NY and Orange County, New York

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Lorenzo L. Angelino, Esq. is a general practice attorney with a focus on business law, estate planning, civil litigation, criminal defense, liquor licenses and real estate. Lorenzo... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Entity Formation, Business Law, and 9 more

Lorenzo L. Angelino Esq.
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Law Offices of Alfred Odom, P.C.

4.9
2 Reviews

  • Serving Southfields, NY and Orange County, New York

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • For more than two decades, the Law Offices of Alfred Odom, P.C. have served clients throughout the 5 Boroughs of New York City and Long Island with a practice devoted to estate... Read More

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Alfred Odom Esq.
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Bavoso & Plotsky

4.6
14 Reviews

  • Serving Southfields, NY and Orange County, New York

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Since 1953 Bavoso & Plotsky has proudly based its operations in Port Jervis, New York while assisting clients throughout New York and Pennsylvania. To speak with an attorney call... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersReal Estate Transactions, Wills, and 12 more

William Bavoso
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Northrop & Stradar, P.C.

4.8
25 Reviews

  • Serving Southfields, NY and Orange County, New York

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers2 awards

  • Providing Integrity, Purpose & Results to Clients

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Law, Civil Practice, and 9 more

Elizabeth Stradar
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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Is it necessary to have an attorney to do last will and testament?

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Answered by attorney Jayne L. Sebby (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Jayne L. Sebby
Yes, she can. However, the form may be very generic and not apply the laws of your state. If your mother's estate is fairly small, there aren't a lot of beneficiaries, and she doesn't have a lot of debt, this kind of form may be adequate. Also check with your state's bar association and law schools to see if there are free or reduced cost legal services that she can use.
Yes, she can. However, the form may be very generic and not apply the laws of your state. If your mother's estate is fairly small, there aren't a lot of beneficiaries, and she doesn't have a lot of debt, this kind of form may be adequate. Also check with your state's bar association and law schools to see if there are free or reduced cost legal services that she can use.
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How do I leave everything to my kids?

Marcus William Kroll
Answered by attorney Marcus William Kroll
Estate Planning lawyer at Kroll Proukou, LLP
Under NY law you are unable to disinherit a spouse. They are entitled to a statutory share. There are techniques to accomplish your goals but they require some extra planning steps and the consent of your spouse.
Under NY law you are unable to disinherit a spouse. They are entitled to a statutory share. There are techniques to accomplish your goals but they require some extra planning steps and the consent of your spouse.
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Can creditors collect after your death? Must a will be probated? Can I do it with a lawyer?

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Answered by attorney Geoffrey N Germane (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Kirton & McConkie A Professional Corporation
Creditors can collect after a person's death-they generally must file a creditor's claim against the estate within a certain period of publication of a notice by the executor. Specific rules will apply to secured debts like home loans. A will does not necessarily have to be probated-if a person wants to begin the 90-day period in which a creditor must file a claim or lose the claim, the will must be probated and a personal representative/executor must be appointed. A lawyer is not necessary but can provide great value in the administration process. Kind regards, Geoff N. Germane
Creditors can collect after a person's death-they generally must file a creditor's claim against the estate within a certain period of publication of a notice by the executor. Specific rules will apply to secured debts like home loans. A will does not necessarily have to be probated-if a person wants to begin the 90-day period in which a creditor must file a claim or lose the claim, the will must be probated and a personal representative/executor must be appointed. A lawyer is not necessary but can provide great value in the administration process. Kind regards, Geoff N. Germane
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