Families navigating the Bronx County Surrogate’s Court face a distinct local landscape: a high-volume urban docket, multilingual communities, and estates ranging from modest cooperative apartments to substantial investment portfolios. Attorney Russel Morgan, Esq. brings focused knowledge of New York probate law to every case filed in the Bronx.
What to Expect When You Reach Out
Whether your matter involves a standard probate proceeding, a contested will dispute in Surrogate’s Court, fulfilling executor duties under Letters Testamentary (SCPA §1414), qualifying under SCPA Article 13 voluntary administration for smaller estates, or managing a contested probate matter, our first conversation will clarify your obligations and timeline.
Key Facts for Bronx Estates
| Topic | What You Should Know |
|---|---|
| Governing law | SCPA + EPTL; Bronx County Surrogate’s Court has jurisdiction |
| Typical timeline | 3–6 months uncontested |
| Attorney fees | Approximately $3,000–$10,000 depending on complexity |
| Court filing fee | Graduated by estate value under SCPA §2402 — confirm current schedule with counsel |
| NY estate tax exclusion (2026) | $7,350,000; cliff at $7,717,500 (105%) |
| Interim authority | Preliminary Letters Testamentary available under SCPA §1412 |
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