Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York
wife died
if i live in new york state and i was
not on my wife's checking account
what are my options to access that
account?
Asked on 4/21/09, 12:09 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Markowitz
Michael A. Markowitz, PC
Re: wife died
You would have to commence either a probate or an administration proceeding with the Surrogate's Court. Upon receipt of letters testamentary (with a will) or letters administration (without a will), you would be able to access her account.
Mike.
Answered on 4/22/09, 8:02 am
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