Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
My mother passed away, we had a joint cd earning 4% maturing in 2013. I would like to keep it open to continue to earn the high interest. Can I take her name off the account and add another (my brother)
Asked on 9/25/12, 3:54 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater
David P. Slater, Esq.
Bring her death certificate to the bank.
Answered on 9/25/12, 4:08 pm
Rudolf Karvay
Berkman, Henoch, Peterson, Peddy & Fenchel, P.C.
You should direct that question to the bank as it depends upon bank rules.
Answered on 9/26/12, 8:43 am