Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

If the Executor has verified that nothing is left to be done (all bills and estate expenses paid, all required tax returns have been filed and taxes paid. all assets have been located, etc.), and nothing remains to be done but distribute the estate, distribution can be done. There is no set waiting period, but the Executor should be cautious and allow sufficient time to see nothing remains to be done, as the Executor can become responsible if something arises after the assets are distributed. This is a response to an Internet question and the reply is not intended to be legal advice or as creating an attorney-client relationship.