Monthly Archives: December 2017
Can My Spouse Disinherit Me Under New York Law?
In New York, a spouse cannot entirely be disinherited by his or her spouse. Even in situations where a person makes an express provision in a will that his spouse is not to inherit his property, the surviving spouse is allowed to make an elective share of the deceased person’s estate. Note that when… Read More »
How Do I Make Changes To Or Revoke My Will In New York?
After taking the time to plan your estate and write a will to distribute your assets after your death, you may wish to change the terms of the will or revoke the will completely. There are several ways in which you can revoke your will in New York. Some methods of revocation are more… Read More »