Can I use a different law firm from the one she did her will with?

I agree with all of the other responses. You do not have an obligation to use the attorney who drafted the Will. Best of luck to you.

My Mother passed and did not leave a Will

You need to go to Surrogate’s Court in Kings county which is located at 2 Johnson Street, Brooklyn NY. You should go to the Administration Dept....

I was her next of kin , yet i am not blood and the family is trying to take things away how do i fight back?

If you were legally married or in a domestic partnership (in certain instances) then you would be entitled to inherit from her estate. However, the...

What is the statue of limitation on distribution of an estate in probate in NY

It may be possible to have her removed for failing to fulfill her obligations but you can at least demand an accounting. The terms of the Will...

My parents died almost 35 years ago without a will.I am the last child alive,i want to change the deed into my name. I'm from NY

The house belongs to you and your parents grandchildren. At this point I advise that you contact an attorney with whom you can share some more...

Is a documented verbal contract for a "tenant-buyout offer" made by property owner/landlord to a tenant binding in court?

Unfortunately, I agree with the other attorney that an agreement to purchase Real Estate must be in writing. There are very limited circumstances...

Can a landlord sell a commercial property that in the lease states that the tenant has the first option to buy within theyear ?

The first step would be to review the wording in the lease agreement. The landlord may have the right to show the property and obtain offers, but...

I agree with the previous answer, however, I would add that if you signed a release which included a refunding agreement upon receipt of the check...

If you or someone else were injured by the falling ceiling then it does sound like you have a claim, and you should take photos of the debris right...

First, my condolences for the loss of your mother. Second, you are correct, families rarely all agree. Based on the facts you have revealed, I do...