Why do I need an estate and probate attorney?
New York estate and probate attorney Estates can be complex even though it may appear to most to be simple. Most individuals do not know the laws and how to
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Probate & Estate Administration Lawyer
Serving All of New York & Florida!
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- Have you been appointed the trustee of a NY estate?
- Are you the beneficiary of a will, trust or estate?
- Has a loved one passed away without a valid will?
- How can you afford to pay for an attorney?
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OVER 30 YEARS FOCUSING ON PROBATE & ESTATE MATTERS
Dealing exclusively with probate and estate administration cases
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About Us
At the Law Office of Bonnie Lawston, P.C., we provide exceptional legal counsel to our clients who reside out of-state with an interest in a New York or Florida Estate.
We will assist you in taking the proper steps to be appointed as personal representative in the estate proceeding in New York.
We will fight and aggressively protect your inheritance rights if you are an heir or beneficiary of a New York estate now by calling our office to speak with our experienced and compassionate attorney.
We know that during these difficult times, both emotionally trying and financially challenging it can be overwhelming or impossible to get legal help so we have developed unique plans so you can get the help and legal protection now without the financial burden.
No monthly legal bills, no legal retainer fee in most cases. Call us now and we will help you now. Compassionate, experienced and dedicated probate and estate attorney.
Areas Of Practice
How Can We Help You
Probate & Estate Administration (Will)
Law Office of Bonnie Lawston, P.C., will help you take legal action to make certain that estate fiduciaries honor their obligation to the estate and comply with the law to administer the Estate and Trust matters.
Ancillary
Proceedings
We handle all disputes that may arise in an ancillary proceeding, including Kinship, Mortgage foreclosures, Inheritance Issues and more.
Inheritance
Rights
Hiring an attorney is important to protect your interests in the estate and to maximize the inheritance by proper administration of an estate. The earlier that you retain an attorney, the less time and expense is incurred
Estate Planning
Our estate planning services are designed to help you prepare for the unexpected while creating a clear roadmap for the future. Health care documents, power of attorney, wills, trusts, and other directives are available.
Estate Administration & Trust Litigation
We have provided thorough and effective legal counsel in probate, trust and estate administration matters for more than 30 years
Out Of State
Client Services
Our office has the experience, training and assets to make this process easy, affordable and as expeditious as possible. We have been assisting clients all over the country regarding New York and Florida estates.
Don’t Worry! No Money Due Upfront. No Monthly Legal Bills.
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DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS ABOUT PROBATE OR AN ESTATE? We can answer your questions and address your concerns:
- Do you need to protect your inheritance but can’t afford an attorney?
- Do you not have the extra money to pay an attorney’s bill each month, but you need excellent legal counsel now?
- Are you named in the will as the executor but don’t have the funds to hire an estate lawyer?
- Do you want to serve as the administrator for your mom’s estate but don’t know what to do?
Helping Families For Over 30 Years!
Why Hire Us?
Helping Families Deal with Probate Estate Administration
The loss of your loved one is always difficult and painful, especially with the additional burden of dealing with their assets and administering the estate. Our firm focuses exclusively on protecting and helping families with their probate and estate administration cases.
- Have you lost a loved one who resided in New York or owned real estate in NY at the time of their death?
- Do you want to maximize and protect your inheritance?
- Are you worried about how you can pay for an attorney ? Don’t We have various options for you
If your loved one has passed away, we will deal with their legal affairs and estate matters so you can spend time tending to your family.
- No monthly legal bills
- No retainer fees when you hire our firm
- Experienced, skilled legal team
- Continuous updates on your case
- You will know what to expect and understand the process
- Hands-on, compassionate legal help
- Your needs are our priority
- We do all the work taking the stress away
- Our office also helps clients who reside out of state
- New York and Florida estate matters all handled here
Don’t Worry! No Money Due Upfront.
No Monthly Legal Bills.
Our caring and experienced New York estates and probate attorney will provide excellent professional legal guidance and services. Our probate and Estate Trust Bonnie Lawston brings extensive experience to every client she works with and will work diligently with you throughout each step of the estate and administration process. She is dedicated, discrete and always there for you. She will keep you informed of your case progress and fully explain what to expect so that you feel comfortable and less stressed. As your attorney, she is committed to protecting your interests as though they were her own. You will always be able to reach her office after hours or on a holiday in an emergency. She will develop a unique plan so you are not burdened with retainer fees or monthly legal bills, as most cases qualify. Attorney Lawston takes pride in treating her clients with compassion while zealously protecting their interests.
We concentrate our efforts on the issues involving the following Matters
Our Key Focus Areas
Estate administration
Trust administration
Probate administration
Inheritance Rights
What People Are Saying...
Real Client Testimonials
I have known Bonnie Lawston for many years and have called upon her legal expertise on numerous occasions. Ms. Lawston is always well prepared, extremely knowledgeable, tenacious, thorough and sensitive to our needs. I get personal attention every step of the way, which is comforting and reassuring in these hectic and sometimes stressful times. Ms. Lawston has handled many transactions for me, both professionally and personally.
John Edward
Being in the entertainment business, I have been associated and worked with many law firms over the last two decades, and to be quite honest have found none easier or more pleasant to work with than the Law Office Of Bonnie Lawston. She has always without exception come through for me when called upon in her expertise and service. Bonnie is a true professional in every way and I would be selfish in trying to keep her law office for myself. If indeed one needs a lawyer in her field of legal matters, it would be self-seeking of me not to honor the Law Office Of Bonnie Lawston with a five star recommendation.
Royal Wade Kimes
Thank you for the legal services that you have provided us (my dad and I) over the years. You have worked hard to help us get our fair share of my uncle’s estate, and have been very helpful in handling our real estate investment transactions. I especially appreciate the personal attention and genuine care that you have given me and my family. You preserved and learned the facts of our case inside and out and were prepared to do whatever it took to obtain a fair settlement. We have chosen to retain your services as our attorney on an ongoing basis because of your diverse experience in various legal issues as well as your high level of professionalism. I have already given your name to family members and friends of mine should they have a need of your services. Your clients can feel secure that you always have their best interest at heart.
Stephen
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Frequently Asked Questions About Probate
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We can answer your questions and address your concerns:
- Do you need to protect your inheritance but can’t afford an attorney?
- Do you not have the extra money to pay an attorney’s bill each month, but you need excellent legal counsel now?
- Are you named in the will as the executor but don’t have the funds to hire an estate lawyer?
- Do you want to serve as the administrator for your mom’s estate but don’t know what to do?
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