Legal Question in Wills and Trusts in New York

A peruvian deceased has an apartment in NY. Her will didn't mentioned this property but she has 2 forced heirs (brother & sister)... she's never married or had children.

At the time of her death she was living in Peru.

Should i validate the peruvian paperwork in the US embassy and then what kind of legal process do I have to follow here?


Asked on 1/25/11, 2:21 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Anthony Park Anthony S. Park, PLLC

The process is called Ancillary Probate (or Ancillary Administration if there is no Will). You should contact a New York attorney to assist you with the court proceedings, as well as selling the apartment and paying taxes, etc. Feel free to contact our office at 212-401-2990 for a brief complimentary consultation.

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Answered on 1/27/11, 1:32 pm


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