Suggorate action

A Surrogate's Court Petition is a formal legal document filed in Surrogate's Court, which is a specialized court in New York State (and some other states) that deals with matters related to estates, wills, guardianships, and adoptions.

This petition is the first step in requesting the court’s involvement to manage or distribute the assets of someone who has passed away, appoint a fiduciary (like an executor or administrator), or resolve disputes over a will or estate.