RETAINERS

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Retainers for Probate & Estate Administration

How can I afford to pay for an attorney to help protect my rights in an estate?

I need assistance to help me administer my uncle’s will and take care of his assets, but I cannot afford an attorney right now.

If you need to take care of your loved one’s affairs while ensuring that those left behind are not financially pressured or left in debt, we can help you. The Law Office of Bonnie Lawston, P.C. is a full-service firm, and you do not sacrifice quality just because you chose a different type of retainer.

Upon your case evaluation, which can sometimes be completed after the first phone contact or email, we may be able to offer various payment options:

Deferred retainer (no money for legal fees due upfront and paid upon the collection of estate assets or at the distribution stage)
Contingent retainer
Hourly rate retainer
Flat rate retainer
Retainer fee arrangements (pay initial fee and as billed)

Many of our estates are on a deferred retainer arrangement.

The retention of an attorney should not be the hardship. We can assist you in a variety of ways:

Securing the property
Preparing property for sale, whether you are in NY or not
Securing your appointment to the filing of the accounting after collection of assets
Settlement of liabilities
Distribution to heirs

You must contact our office to determine what type of retainer you qualify for, as every estate is different.

THERE IS NO MONEY DUE UPFRONT FOR RETAINERS

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. Attorney Bonnie Lawston brings extensive experience to every client she works with and will work diligently with you throughout each step of the probate 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.

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You do not need to travel to New York to serve as an estate executor or trust administrator

We can handle the following on your behalf:

Prepare and file all court papers
Conduct all necessary litigation
Marshall and secure all estate assets
Prepare all assets for sale or transfer
Prepare the accounting
Prepare and file all closing documents and much more
Obtain all releases and assist with distribution
Estate litigation, if necessary

Our casework extends to matters involving:

Trusts, will contests and probating wills
Filing administration proceedings when a decedent left no will
Estate accounting
Spousal election matters
Will construction matters
Removal of fiduciaries for fraudulent or wrongful actions
Filing motions and objections to remove an executor or administrator

Handle the Estate from the Comfort of Your Home

A large percentage of our clients contact our office because they receive personal attention from our attorneys and they do not need to leave the comfort of their home if they do not choose to do to so. This is especially helpful if you live out of state and do not want to or cannot travel to New York to deal with the New York estate. We will do everything for you and assist you. If you are an executor or next of kin, we will prepare all the necessary papers for you to be appointed as the representative of the Estate as well as handle the closing of the real property etc. You do not need to come to New York. If you are a beneficiary or heir of a New York estate, we will represent your interests and make sure that you receive your entire inheritance and ensure that the fiduciary of the estate conducts him or herself properly while maximizing your inheritance by taking advantage of every tax law possible.

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 World Leading Psychic Medium

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 Country Western Singer

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 Huntington, NY

OVER 30 YEARS FOCUSING ON PROBATE & ESTATE MATTERS

Dealing exclusively with probate and estate administration cases

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Call (631) 425-7299 or fill out the form.

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?