Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

Re: Probate

The procedure is to have an Administrator CTA appointed by the Surrogate. You can speak to a court clerk to get guidance or hire a competent attorney. In all probability a family member will be eligible to be appointed.

Re: Probate

There are a couple of different ways to have a new Executor appointed, depending on who are the surviving family members. Each solution involves a new court petition to appoint the new Executor. Feel free to contact my office for a brief complimentary consultation on this matter.

Re: Probate

I agree with the other authors, but the simplest seems to be Administration CTA (with the Will annexed). This may be a little more costly than straight probate, as a bond may be required, but the procedure is just as simple.