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New York Intestacy Laws and Estate Distribution
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New York's intestacy laws, outlined in the Estates, Powers and Trusts Law (EPTL), govern how a decedent's estate is distributed when there is no valid will. The distribution is based on the decedent's marital status and the presence of children or other relatives. Distribution Rules Spouse and No...
Disinheritance of Children in New York Estates
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In New York, parents have the legal right to disinherit their children. This means a parent can exclude a child from inheriting any part of their estate by either expressly stating the disinheritance in a valid will or by simply not making any provision for the child in their estate plan. Key points...
Elective Share Rights in New York Estates
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In New York, the Elective Share is a legal right that protects a surviving spouse from being completely disinherited by allowing them to claim a statutory portion of the decedent’s estate, regardless of the will’s provisions. This right is governed by New York’s Estates, Powers and Trusts Law (EPTL)...