Westchester County Surrogate’s Court handles every probate matter for decedents who resided in Westchester at the time of death. Whether your estate is straightforward or disputed, the court’s procedural requirements demand precise filings from day one. Morgan Legal Group provides full probate representation — from petition through final distribution — so nothing slips through the cracks.
What “Full” Representation Covers
| Stage | What We Handle |
|---|---|
| Filing | Petition for Probate, original will, certified death certificate |
| Jurisdiction | Distributee waivers/consents or Surrogate’s Court citations |
| Interim authority | Preliminary Letters Testamentary (SCPA §1412) |
| Final decree | Return-date appearance; Letters Testamentary under SCPA §1414 |
| Administration | Asset collection, debt/tax payment, distribution |
| Small estates | SCPA Article 13 voluntary administration (no real property) |
| Contested matters | Will contests and objections |
Court filing fees are graduated by estate value under SCPA §2402 — confirm current amounts with the court or your counsel. NY’s 2026 estate-tax basic exclusion is $7,350,000 (cliff at $7,717,500). Uncontested probate typically resolves in 3–6 months; attorney fees commonly range $3,000–$10,000 depending on complexity.
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