Whether you are making plans for distributing assets once you pass away or are in charge of dividing property following the death of a loved one, you should have the guidance of an experienced attorney. The lawyers at Lair, Warner and Shay P.C., have been helping clients in Wayne County and throughout the Finger Lakes Region for more than 50 years. We use the knowledge and skills that we have gained through our decades of legal practice to help clients with a variety of estate planning and probate. Contact us at today to schedule an initial consultation with a member of our seasoned legal team.

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Wills

When you have worked hard your entire life and acquired assets along the way, you want to be in charge of how your assets are distributed after you pass away. Drafting a Will is just one of the ways in which we can help you remain in control of this process and let your loved ones know what your wishes are.

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Probate

When a loved one has died in New York, you will have to deal with the complicated probate process in order to distribute his or her assets. We can efficiently administer the estate and guide you through all stages of the probate process, including those involving:

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• Locating the Will​

• Filing all required documents

• Assignment of executors

• Location of heirs

• Obtaining death certificates

• Inventory of assets

• Determining creditors

• Property transfer

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In addition to administering estates, we also represent clients in cases involving contested Wills.