Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

Re: my dad's will

In all liklihood, your father's will from Pakistan will be valid here in New York. You may have to go through a slightly more complicated process called "ancillary probate."

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Re: my dad's will

Pursuant to law, probate occurs at the place of your father's domicile. Since your father was legally domiciled in New York, the estate proceeding may be commenced here.

With regard to the Will in Pakistan, there is conflicting law. However, assuming that your father died without a will (intestate), the property would automatically go to your mother.

Therefore I would suggest a simple intestate proceeding, allowing your mother to be the administrator and beneficiary of your father's property.

Mike.

Re: my dad's will

While the reqirements for a will are different in Pakistan than in NY State, it is likely that the will will be accepted by the Syurrogates Court here in NY if no one objects.

In addition, if someone objects, then the properties will pass to your mother by law.

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