Bronx Attorneys Handling Estate Administration
At the Bronx law firm of Codelia & Socorro, P.C., our lawyers can handle the probate of a will or trust as well as the filing of an administration proceeding when no will exists. Our firm has served the communities of New York City and Westchester County for more than two decades and can advocate for your rights and the wishes of your loved one from the time of death until the final accounting and settlement are completed.
If your loved one dies with a will or trust, the administration of his or her estate may seem easier, since much of what should happen is outlined under the terms of the document. When there is no will or trust, it can be much more complicated to handle the distribution of assets and debts in an effective manner. An experienced estate administration attorney can help you and your family in any administration proceeding in the state of New York.
Contact us to learn more information about estate administration in the state of New York and how our firm can help you through this difficult and complicated process.
Valuating the Assets of the Estate
One of the most important tasks that your attorney needs to take care of during the administration of your loved one's estate is the gathering and valuating of the assets of the estate. Our firm is able to handle all aspects of the probate process, including:
- Locating beneficiaries
- Identifying and taking inventory of estate assets
- Paying legitimate creditors as well as any unpaid state or federal taxes; and
- Distributing of the remainder of the estate's assets in accordance with the decedent's will (or per statute if the deceased did not have a will)
We can evaluate claims made against the estate, and depending on the size of the estate, advise you on any potential Federal or New York tax implications. Many of the deadlines and decisions must be made in a timely fashion. Therefore, it is best to take care of these issues as soon as possible.
Estate Administration for Individuals and Families
There are several ways of planning for your future that can help families of every size and level of income. Same-sex and unmarried couples can especially benefit from this type of planning so that they can protect the wishes and desires of their partners who would not otherwise be recognized under the law.
Our firm can also assist you with the drafting of simple wills, trusts and other forms of estate planning documents. All of these documents can be used to create a plan for your future, but the exact planning will depend on your unique circumstances.
Feel Confident About New York Estate Administration
Contact an experienced estate administration attorney at the law firm of Codelia & Socorro, P.C., to learn more about our services. Call our office in the Bronx to make an appointment at our website phone number 718-514-2364 or toll free at 888-339-2706. Se habla español.
