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Onondaga County Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Kirwan Law Firm, PC

4.7
42 Reviews

  • 250 S. Clinton Street, Suite 530, Syracuse, NY 13206

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • SYRACUSE BUSINESS LAWYER SERVING NEW YORK COMPANIES FOR MORE THAN 25 YEARS

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Litigation, Labor And Employment, and 7 more

Terry J. Kirwan Jr.
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Davies Law Firm

4.0
19 Reviews

  • 210 E Fayette St, Syracuse, NY 13202

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers3 awards

  • The Davies Law Firm, P.C. has provided comprehensive estate and tax planning for residents of New York State since 1993. We have helped thousands of people who are concerned about... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersGuardianship, Trusts, and 8 more

William Davies
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CDH Law PLLC

5.0
22 Reviews

  • 100 Madison Street Tower 1, Floor 12, Syracuse, NY 13202

  • Law Firm with 4 lawyers1 award

  • SYRACUSE CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAW FIRMHELPING THE WRONGFULLY ACCUSED THROUGHOUT CENTRAL NEW YORKIf you are entangled in a legal problem for the first time, the anxiety can be... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersCriminal Defense, Military Law, and 3 more

Brian Tedd
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Mackenzie Hughes LLP

4.6
124 Reviews

  • 440 South Warren Street, Suite 400, Syracuse, NY 13202

  • Law Firm with 27 lawyers2 awards

  • Since 1884, Mackenzie Hughes LLP has distinguished itself by providing its clients with high quality legal services. Mackenzie Hughes offers experience and diversified skills to... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersAppellate Practice, Trial Practice In All Federal, and 11 more

Mary Anne Cody
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Hancock Estabrook, LLP

4.8
165 Reviews

  • 100 Madison Street, Syracuse, NY 13202

  • Law Firm with 59 lawyers2 awards

  • Hancock Estabrook, which was founded in 1889, has grown steadily. Today, we have more than 65 attorneys with the depth and ability to serve a wide array of client needs. Our... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersHealth Care, Banking Law, and 20 more

James Hughes
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Costello Cooney & Fearon, PLLC

4.5
82 Reviews

  • Serving Onondaga County, New York

  • Law Firm with 40 lawyers2 awards

  • Serving As Legal Counsel to Corporations & Individuals Across Syracuse & Central New York For Over 120 Years.

  • Estate Planning LawyersAlternative Dispute Resolution, Commercial Transactions and Litigation, and 8 more

Wendy S. Lougnot
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Kirwan Law Firm, PC

4.7
42 Reviews

  • Serving Onondaga County, New York

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • SYRACUSE BUSINESS LAWYER SERVING NEW YORK COMPANIES FOR MORE THAN 25 YEARS

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Litigation, Labor And Employment, and 7 more

Terry J. Kirwan Jr.
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John P. Clinton

  • 6446 E. Seneca Tpke., Jamesville, NY 13078-0356

Callanen, Foley & Hobika, L.L.P.

  • 313 Montgomery St., Syracuse, NY 13202

Lockhart Law Office P.C.

  • 430 South Main St., North Syracuse, NY 13212

Pappas, Cox, Kimpel, Dodd & Levine, P.C

  • 614 James St., Syracuse, NY 13203

The Law Offices of Clifford Fordstadt - Attorney and Counselor at Law

  • 5788 Widewaters Pkwy., Syracuse, NY 13214-1847

Tisdell, Moore & Walter

  • 120 E. Washington St., Syracuse, NY 13202-4098

Law Office of Tamara L. Capone

  • 890 Seventh N., Ste. 109, Liverpool, NY 13088

Falge & McLean, P.C.

  • 3300 Vickery Rd., Syracuse, NY 13212

Sprancmanis Law Office

  • 6315 Fly Rd., Syracuse, NY 13220

Scolaro Fetter Grizanti & McGough, P.C.

  • 507 Plum St., Ste. 300, Syracuse, NY 13204

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Michael E. Walsh, Esq.

  • 113 N. Main., Ste. 1, North Syracuse, NY 13212

Barclay Damon, LLP

  • 125 E. Jefferson St., Syracuse, NY 13202

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McLellan Law Firm

  • 1117 E. Genesee St., Syracuse, NY 13210-1911

Clark Peshkin

  • 109 South Warren Street, Suite 318, Syracuse, NY 13202

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Darwish Law Offices

  • 731 James St., Syracuse, NY 13203

John G. Manzano

  • 550 Charles Ave., Syracuse, NY 13209

Riehlman, Shafer & Shafer

  • Tully, NY 13159

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Harris Beach PLLC

  • 333 West Washington Street, Suite 200, Syracuse, NY 13202

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Jack B. Capron

  • 102 W. Lake St., Skaneateles, NY 13152

Bousquet Holstein PLLC

  • 110 West Fayette Street, Suite 1000, Syracuse, NY 13202

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Defio Law Firm, PLLC

  • 774 1/2 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, NY 13209

Law Office of Rosemary O. Nwawka P.C.

  • 7197 E. Genesee St., Fayetteville, NY 13066-0467

Wegerski Law Firm

  • 9663 Brewerton Rd., Brewerton, NY 13029-0590

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Estate planning attorneys help individuals prepare for the management and distribution of their assets after death or incapacitation. They create legal documents such as wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives. Their work ensures a client’s wishes are honored, minimizes potential taxes, and simplifies the process for their loved ones.

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

If my late husband never completed his new will and now I've been omitted, I can't even access any income, is there anything I can do?

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Answered by attorney Bruce Darrell Steiner (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Kleinberg, Kaplan, Wolff Cohen, P.C.
As a surviving spouse, you can claim an elective share, which in New York is generally one-third, with certain adjustments.
As a surviving spouse, you can claim an elective share, which in New York is generally one-third, with certain adjustments.

If the wife doesn't apply for administrator after the death of her spouse, can one of their children apply?

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Answered by attorney Douglas A Tull (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Douglas A. Tull, P.C. Attorney at Law
Depends on if there are assets to be probated - Mom would still have priority for appointment, though.
Depends on if there are assets to be probated - Mom would still have priority for appointment, though.

If the wife doesn't apply for administrator after the death of her spouse, can one of their children apply?

David L. Leon
Answered by attorney David L. Leon
Estate Planning lawyer at David L. Leon, P.C.
Assuming the child is over the age of 18, and has no felony conviction and is otherwise competent, yes. It would help if all heirs agreed to the child acting as the applicant.
Assuming the child is over the age of 18, and has no felony conviction and is otherwise competent, yes. It would help if all heirs agreed to the child acting as the applicant.
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