Estate Planning, Probate, and Will Contests

New York Estate Planning and Probate Attorneys

Developing a comprehensive estate plan and managing probate matters are often looked upon with significant trepidation. However, both processes are relatively straightforward. At Weinstein, Kaplan & Cohen, P.C., in Garden City, New York, we have extensive experience working with individuals and families to handle issues related to estate planning, probate, and estate litigation.

Effective New York Estate Lawyers

Our attorneys have represented clients dealing with large estates involving significant real estate holdings, stocks and bonds, and family owned businesses. Our attorneys are dedicated to helping clients develop inclusive estate plans, and helping heirs manage any estate administration or estate litigation matter.

• Estate Planning - We provide clients a full range of estate planning services. From elder law planning and complex wills to living trusts and financial and healthcare powers of attorney, we have the knowledge and insight to ensure our client's assets are passed on to their heirs in a method they choose. Our firm also draws on the experience of our business attorneys to handle issues related to business succession planning.
• Estate Administration - Our attorneys have significant experience handling probate and estate administration matters. We regularly represent the interests of estates, estate administrators, trustees, and heirs. We can assist with the notification of a death, identifying and collecting the assets of the estate, paying debts and taxes of the estate, and the distribution of assets. In addition, we have handled a number of administration matters when there was no will.
• Will Contests - Our firm has successfully represented a number of estates and objectors in estate litigation. We successfully handled a case involving a will contest before the New York Court of Appeals. We recognize that there are a number of situations where a will may be challenged, including situations involving undue influence, insurance distributions, common law marriages, and lifetime promises.

Estate matters are often highly emotional. Whether planning for the future, dealing with the closing of an estate, or managing complex succession planning matters, our attorneys are dedicated to providing effective legal advice and representation.

Contact our Garden City, New York Estate Planning Attorneys

If you have questions about any estate matter, please contact the attorneys at Weinstein, Kaplan & Cohen, P.C. Our lawyers can be reached by phone at (516) 877-2525, by e-mail, or by filling out the intake form on our Contact page.