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NEW YORK ESTATE LAW ATTORNEY - The law office of Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. is located in lower Manhattan and provides legal services to New York City residents as well as individuals who own assets subject to New York estate laws. Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. dedicates her entire legal practice to Probate, Estate Administration, Estate Litigation and Estate Planning Law.
ESTATE ADMINISTRATION & LITIGATION - If you have lost a loved one, you may be unsure of what to expect from the Surrogate's Court process. As your attorney, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. will clearly explain the probate and administration process to you, assist you with putting together a complete inventory of your family member’s assets, and make sure that all settlement matters are properly handled. In addition to her regular court appearances as a court appointed fiduciary, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. is an experienced litigator in handling estate litigation matters. She personally represents all of her clients in depositions, judicial accountings, objections and other Surrogate matters requiring a court appearance.
ESTATE PLANNING & LONG TERM CARE - It is often difficult for people to talk about making plans for their loved ones and their assets. Preparing for sudden illness and death are understandably uncomfortable topics. As your attorney, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. will explain the options of using a Last Will & Testament, Power of Attorney, Living Will (Health Care Proxy), Trust or a combination of these documents to best meet your asset protection and legacy needs. In situations involving an incapacitated loved one, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. will help you determine if filing a guardianship petition or opposing such application is the right option for your family.
FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION - Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. offers a free initial telephone consultation to discuss your estate law needs. She understands the delicacy of these types of matters, listens with compassion and uses this consultation to discuss your possible legal options in retaining her services.
ESTATE ADMINISTRATION & LITIGATION - If you have lost a loved one, you may be unsure of what to expect from the Surrogate's Court process. As your attorney, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. will clearly explain the probate and administration process to you, assist you with putting together a complete inventory of your family member’s assets, and make sure that all settlement matters are properly handled. In addition to her regular court appearances as a court appointed fiduciary, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. is an experienced litigator in handling estate litigation matters. She personally represents all of her clients in depositions, judicial accountings, objections and other Surrogate matters requiring a court appearance.
ESTATE PLANNING & LONG TERM CARE - It is often difficult for people to talk about making plans for their loved ones and their assets. Preparing for sudden illness and death are understandably uncomfortable topics. As your attorney, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. will explain the options of using a Last Will & Testament, Power of Attorney, Living Will (Health Care Proxy), Trust or a combination of these documents to best meet your asset protection and legacy needs. In situations involving an incapacitated loved one, Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. will help you determine if filing a guardianship petition or opposing such application is the right option for your family.
FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION - Tatia D. Barnes, Esq. offers a free initial telephone consultation to discuss your estate law needs. She understands the delicacy of these types of matters, listens with compassion and uses this consultation to discuss your possible legal options in retaining her services.