Mary Beth Aquiline

Mary Aquiline

While I am always open to receiving constructive criticism and feedback, I take exception to publicly posted, derogatory comments attacking my character, fitness and competency as a practicing member of the New York State Bar for over three decades. We occasionally experience difficulty during the probate process in locating heirs of the decedent, who are given the legal right to either consent or object to the probate of a decedent’s Last Will and Testament. In these instances we must exercise due diligence on behalf of the proposed executor to locate those heirs. If those heirs cannot be located, this can result in a delay in obtaining probate of the decedent’s Will. I always explain to my clients the potential delays which can be encountered throughout the probate process. While it is always the goal to make the probate process as seamless and expedient as possible, the law affords legal protection to all involved, which can lengthen the probate. I take pride in explaining to my clients what to expect throughout these matters and being responsive to their needs and concerns.