News by Britt Burner, Esq. and Frank Oswald, Esq

News by Britt Burner, Esq. and Frank Oswald, Esq on South Shore Press


May 17, 2026

How Long Does Probate Take?

Serving as the executor of an estate can be a lengthy and complicated process. Legal experts explain why probate proceedings in New York can take months — or even years — depending on the circumstances surrounding the estate.

Apr 26, 2026

Handling Bequests to Foreign Beneficiaries

What executors need to know about overseas heirs.

Dec 19, 2025

Saying ‘No’ to Being an Executor

You can just say no to being an executor.

Nov 10, 2025

Inheriting Property as a Minor

My spouse died with a Will that leaves assets to our daughter, but she is a minor – what do I need to know about managing her inheritance?

Oct 17, 2025

Burner Prudenti Law: Small Estates and You

Typically, when a person passes with assets in their name alone that have no named beneficiaries, those assets require probate or administration in the Surrogate’s Court before the heirs can access them.

Sep 29, 2025

Burner Prudenti Law: Accidentally Damaged Will

After going through the effort of carefully preparing your estate documents, it can be disheartening to find your original paperwork damaged or destroyed

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Joe the Box Celebrates America First Spirit

“Joe the Box” has become one of Suffolk County’s most recognizable America-First personalities, turning The America First Warehouse in Ronkonkoma into what supporters call “the most patriotic venue in all the land.”