Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

I have my will and testament made in the Philippline becuase it is cheaper.

Would it be legitimate in New York?


Asked on 9/22/09, 7:57 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Arnold Nager Arnold H. Nager, Esquire

Possibly. However, if the witnesses are resident in the Phillipines and the Surrogate's Court wants them to appear in New York, your estate will have massive problems.

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Answered on 9/27/09, 11:44 am


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