Middletown, NY asked in Estate Planning for New York

Q: How Much does it cost to contest a will? The value of the estate is about $140,000. This is in New York State.

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Paula J. Mcgill
Paula J. Mcgill
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  • Marietta, GA
  • Licensed in New York

A: There isn't a fixed answer to your questions. Some attorneys charge flat fees, others are based on the amount of time that will be spent on the case. The hourly rate is normally based on the number of years the attorney has been in practice. Therefore, the best thing for you to do is to call around to local probate lawyers in your area.

If the matter is in Nassau County, I would be happy to speak with you to discuss the facts in the case and my rates.

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