Frequently Asked Questions

That’s more common than you’d think — and it doesn’t mean you’re stuck.

In New York, heirs often have individual rights that allow progress even if others are silent, missing, or uncooperative. We specialize in finding those options.

No. You don’t need a lawyer to start the conversation. In fact, many heirs speak with us before hiring legal counsel so they understand their position, risks, and options more clearly.

Most estates never identify every rightful heir — and that alone doesn’t prevent forward motion. We work with professional genealogists to clarify heirship and handle unknown parties if needed.

Yes. We work with heirs at all stages — whether the estate is:

• Already in Surrogate’s Court

• Delayed due to family conflict

• Or never filed at all

You don’t have to wait for formal probate to learn your options.

Absolutely. Even if you’re a minority heir, you may still have the right to sell your share, get compensated, or trigger estate movement.

We’ll help you understand your standing and potential leverage.

No upfront fees.

Our consultations are always free, and if we move forward, we cover the costs of research, court records, and title work. You’re never pressured to act — we simply show you what’s possible.

Yes. All conversations are 100% private. We don’t notify other heirs, and there’s no public record of your inquiry. You control what happens next.

It depends on your situation, but we move quickly. In some cases, we’ve helped heirs move from zero progress to a full property resolution in under 60 days. If others are stalling, we help keep momentum.

Yes. Most of the estates we work with have open liens, unpaid taxes, or legal issues. We evaluate everything and often find solutions that don’t require heirs to come out of pocket.

Simple — talk to us. There’s no obligation, and you may have more control than you realize.

We’ll listen, review what’s known, and show you options that help you move forward.