I am sorry to hear that you are having this issue. In New York, there are two Courts with jurisdiction over guardianship matters - the Family Court...

If my deceased exes will gives his share of the marital home to our 3 daughters does a divorce decree override the will?

I agree with the previous posts, however, I would also add that this may come up as a claim against the Estate AFTER the Court decides whether or...

I agree. A contempt proceeding is the way here. You should start by visiting the Miscellaneous Department of the Courthouse and ask them if...

Does USCIS expedite this case under sever or extreme humanitarian or emergency, crisis?! :( in what criteria is this case?

Agreed, this is am immigration question. Have you tried searching Avvo for immigration attorneys in your area?

Do I need an attorney to legally adopt my now 10 year old cousin, which I have had full/legal custody and guardianship over for

Probably not. Forms with instructions are available online at courts.state.ny.us. Good luck.

3 Siblings not speaking, Mom died 4 months now. No will. Assets included sale of house to be divided when mom passed. Help!

You should apply to the Surrogate's Court for Letters of Administration, or have an attorney do that for you.

N.Y.S. DOES THE LAWYER WHO DREW UP THE WILL NEED TO BE RETAINED FOR THE PROBATE PART?

The nominated Executor can hire any attorney he/she chooses. You will need to present the original Will to the Surrogate's court. Who has it, you...

Can I get a lawyer to help change the person given guardianship.

Removing a guardian is often tricky. and always involves intervention of the Court. I attach a link to the statute that deals with removal of...

My father died i am his only child he left a will appointing me to be the sole executrix and trustee of his last will

I agree with everything posted to date. However, depending on the size and complexity of the Estate, some people choose to file the probate papers...

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How much longer will estate take to settle?

Every Estate is different. However, a general timeframe to administer an Estate is between 18 and 24 months. I agree that this attorney does...