Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
Probate
In NY state: I have never been married and both of my parents are dead. I do have 3 siblings and multiple nieces and nephews. Who will be my next of kin if I die without a will?
Asked on 3/02/09, 8:58 am
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: Probate
Your three siblings.
Mike.
Answered on 3/02/09, 10:03 am
Rudolf Karvay
Berkman, Henoch, Peterson, Peddy & Fenchel, P.C.
Re: Probate
Yes. Your brothers and sisters will be your distributees. Additionally, if any of your siblings predeceased you, their children would be distributees.
Answered on 3/02/09, 10:55 am