Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer

A knowledgeable Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer can be very helpful when you are going through the process of probate following the death of a loved one.  When the intentions a deceased loved one are clearly stated on a legal document, the probate and estate administration process can go smoothly.  In most situations, however, this is not the case.  In Nassau County, the probate process can be delayed by conflicts between relatives resulting in the need for a Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer.

During the estate probate process, the individual responsible for the estate, called the Fiduciary, may need a Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer to defend against legal suits brought on by disappointed inheritors.  These individuals may question the actions that have been taken regarding the estate.  A Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer from Stephen Bilkis & Associates can assist in this type of situation, to help prepare an appropriate defense strategy if need be.

When a Will is contested in Nassau County, the Fiduciary can be caught in the middle. The estates executor may be accused of negligent wrongdoing and in some cases this individual may be called to testify in a New York Probate Court.  If you are an estate Fiduciary and your authority is being challenged, chances are you will need the assistance of an Estate Litigation Lawyer who knows the Nassau County Probate process.

The distribution of a loved one’s estate and assets in Nassau County can be disputed by suspicious family members who may feel their rights have been disregarded.  A beneficiary of the estate can also sue for increased inheritances including a spouse's right of election.  A Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer from the opposing side may challenge your actions and ask for a detailed explanation.

Your Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer should advise you on time restrictions for pursuing legal action. In New York, these time restrictions can be days and weeks rather than months and years.  An Estate Litigation Lawyer from our office can assist you with these situations, and help arm you with the information you need to defend your actions.

The Estate Litigation Lawyer department at Stephen Bilkis and Associates is available to assist Nassau County residents with their estate and probate needs. Each Estate Litigation Lawyer from our office has an in-depth knowledge of the Nassau County Surrogates Court system and will work with you to clear up misunderstandings and see to it that your rights are not compromised.

Contact us now for a free consultation with a Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer. Call us at 1-800-NY-NY-LAW (1-800-696-9529) or contact us online to schedule an appointment today. We are located throughout New York including Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Staten Island, Westchester County and Long Island (Nassau County and Suffolk Counties). Call a Nassau County Estate Litigation Lawyer now at 1-800-NY-NY-LAW (1-800-696-9529). We are available 24/7, contact us today!