Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
inheritance
When the rightfull inheritance is open because there is no will, how much time do the heirs have to accept the inheritance or to start a legal proceeding in order to protect their rights?
Asked on 3/12/02, 3:22 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Norman Nadel
Norman Nadel, Esq.
Re: inheritance
There is no waiting period. The person in line to be the Administrator can proceed immediately to petition for appointment.
Answered on 3/12/02, 3:39 pm