What Happens When Someone Dies Without a Will in New York
51m
Created on April 10, 2025
Intermediate
Overview
Less than half of Americans currently have a Last Will and Testament. Join elder law attorney Sara Meyers, Esq., partner at Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP, to learn the importance of this key estate planning document, regardless of age. Ms. Meyers will review the probate process and demystify common misconceptions. Learn why executing a Last Will is crucial as well as what happens to an estate when the decedent passes away without one in place.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the important components of a Last Will and Testament and the document's value as a key estate planning tool
- Explore the probate process and strategies to streamline that process
- Identify common mistakes when drafting a Last Will and Testament and avoid them
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