Probate Management by Elder Law Attorneys in Nassau | Suffolk County & Long Island, New York

The passing of a loved one can be an emotional and difficult time. Securing the assistance of an experienced New York Estate Attorney can alleviate the legal burden accompanying the death of a person, allowing you to focus on the emotional elements that are important to you.

What is Probate?

When an individual dies, the process of administering the estate and allocating assets is overseen by the court’s probate system. Consulting with an experienced New York Probate and Estate Administration attorney prior to death allows individuals to plan ahead for the management of their estate. Probate laws vary between states, emphasizing the importance of contacting a Probate and Estate Administration lawyer specific to New York.

For more detailed information about the New York probate process, view the Probate FAQs.

Compassionate Probate Administration in New York

Tensions can arise within a family at the death of a parent or other relative. Long-standing simmering issues and family differences sometimes surface creating unpleasantness. When the validity of a will comes into question, the lawyers at Makofsky Group, P.C. will assist in navigating the probate process in an effort to avoid will contests and probate disputes that may add to family strains and legal costs. When necessary, our attorneys engage in litigation to resolve what cannot be resolved by other methods.

The Makofsky Valente Law Group, P.C., has nearly three decades of experience in practicing Probate and Estate Law in Long Island, New York, including Nassau, Suffolk, Queens and Kings counties. Our attorneys provide personalized service to each family depending on individual probate and estate management needs. To schedule an appointment, call (561) 228-6522 or contact us online.