Political Sneak Attack Aug 7, 2008
Cohen - husband of Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Dorothy Chin Brandt - is backing Nora Anderson for a Surrogate Court judgeship, and was said to be upset that powerful Bronfman doesn't endorse candidates. As Bronfman turned away from a shouting Cohen, the latter threw a punch at Bronfman and others jumped in before Bronfman could strike back. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Ledger's secret love child Apr 1, 2008
A series of documents filed in the Manhattan Surrogate Court revealed. had less than $145,000 in New York assets at the time the will was written, including a $25,000 Toyota Prius hybrid car and $20,000 in furniture and fixtures. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Michelle Williams' Dad Demands Full Statement on Heath Ledger's Fortune Apr 1, 2008
A series of documents filed in Manhattan's Surrogate Court earlier this month shows that Ledger had less than $145,000 worth of assets in New York at the time, including a $25,000 Toyota Prius and $20,000 in furniture. But Larry is sure Heath had other riches, which the family has yet to declare. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Secretive 'advisers' could mean trouble Mar 25, 2008
2) Go to the probate or surrogate court where your mother's estate was probated and get copies of the estate inventories, which should show you what your mother owned when she died -- her life insurance, etc. These records should give you some ideas about what your father started with financially when your mother died. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Family looks after Ledger's ex Mar 17, 2008
A series of documents filed in the Manhattan Surrogate Court revealed Heath had less than $145,000 in New York assets at the time the will was written, including a $25,000 Toyota Prius hybrid car and $20,000 in furniture and fixtures. However, the true size of his estate is much larger, and is thought to include the Brooklyn townhouse he shared with Williams during their relationship, which ended last year, as well as any property and savings located in Australia. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Ledger's Will Leaves Nothing to Daughter Mar 16, 2008
A copy of the three-page will, filed in Manhattan Surrogate Court, shows the 28-year-old Australian actor left everything he owned to his parents and three sisters ... A copy of the three-page will, filed in Manhattan Surrogate Court, shows the 28-year-old Australian actor left everything he owned to his parents and three sisters. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Lawyer leaves nephew in a bind Feb 26, 2008
If there are questions and you are required to seek the assistance of a local probate or surrogate court, find another lawyer, as the one who prepared your uncle's power of attorney has "helped" enough. Q: I am concerned about my mother, who is 78, continuing to live at her home alone. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Justices Back NY Trial Judge System Jan 17, 2008
The justices rejected a lawsuit brought by Margarita Lopez Torres, a Brooklyn Surrogate Court judge who, as an elected Civil Court judge, tried unsuccessfully to get the Brooklyn s backing to run for State Supreme Court. She was apparently turned away by party leaders after refusing to make patronage appointments to their liking. (New York Times)
A Lightbulb Tea Party? Dec 21, 2007
That comment by New York State Surrogate Court Judge Gideon Tucker in 1866 aptly summarizes the so-called Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, signed into law this week by President Bush. First, the law requires auto fuel efficiency standards to increase by 40 percent by 2020. (Fox News)
Weaver tops Oyer: Will represent Hornell in seat held by Swackhamer in Steuben County Legislature; Schu, Ryan, McAllister, Walsh, Crossett also elected Nov 8, 2007
In other Steuben County office races, Republican Marianne Furfure received 10,670 votes in an unopposed race for surrogate court judge, Republican John Tunney garnered 10,880 votes for district attorney, Republican Judith Hunter brought in 10,930 votes in an unopposed bid for county clerk and Republican Stephen P. Copp Sr. was unopposed for the coroner position, winning with 9,801 votes. Republican John Ark received 7,987 votes in his bid for the 7th District Supreme Court justice, while... (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Several races could lure voters to polls Nov 4, 2007
In other, unopposed county elections, county Judge Marianne Furfure is running for surrogate court judge and county District Attorney John Tunney has a clear run at his fifth term. County Clerk Judith Hunter staved off strong Republican primary opposition for her fourth term and Stephen Copp, Sr., is running unopposed for county coroner. (Corning Leader, NY)
NextSteps: Is Dad's secret advisor preying on him? Oct 18, 2007
Taking the NextStep: Since your father doesn't appear to be sufficiently incapacitated for you to be appointed as his conservator or guardian, we suggest the following: 1) Go to the probate or surrogate court where your mother's estate was probated and get copies of the estate inventories; these will show you what your mother owned when she died, her life insurance, etc. These records should give you some idea of what your father started with three years ago and may help you learn who this... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Leona Helmsley leaves dog $12 million Sep 1, 2007
"I direct that when my dog, Trouble, dies, her remains shall be buried next to my remains in the Helmsley mausoleum," Mrs Helmsley wrote in her will, which was made public this week in surrogate court. She ordered that the mausoleum must be "washed or steam-cleaned at least once a year" and left behind $3 million for the upkeep of her final resting place in Westchester County, where she is buried with her husband, Harry. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Leona Helmsley leaves $12 million to her dog as 2 grandchildren get nothing Aug 30, 2007
8 million) trust fund, according to her will, which was made public Tuesday in surrogate court. She also left millions of dollars for her brother, Alvin Rosenthal, who was named to care for Trouble in her absence, and two of four grandchildren from her late son, Jay Panzirer. (International Herald Tribune)
Helmsley's dog gets $12 million in will Aug 30, 2007
Helmsley left her beloved white Maltese, named Trouble, a $12 million trust fund, according to her will, which was made public Tuesday Aug. 28, 2007 in surrogate court, according to published reports ... Helmsley left her beloved white Maltese, named Trouble, a $12 million trust fund, according to her will, which was made public Tuesday in surrogate court ... Helmsley left her beloved white Maltese, named Trouble, a $12 million trust fund, according to her will, which was made public Tuesday... (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Helmsley's Will: Dog Gets $12M; Grandkids Get Nada Aug 29, 2007
Helmsley left her beloved white Maltese, named Trouble, a $12 million trust fund, according to her will, which was made public Tuesday in surrogate court. She also left millions for her brother, Alvin Rosenthal, who was named to care for Trouble in her absence, as well as two of four grandchildren from her late son Jay Panzirer -- so long as they visit their father's gravesite once each calendar year. (CBS 2, NY)
Fight over eccentric man's will may alter Village Aug 24, 2007
Corbett has filed a lawsuit in New York Surrogate Court to take control of the properties. He said that his interest in the buildings is not financial but that he wants to see them maintained and preserved instead of sold to developers. (Newsday -- New York City)
Battle Likely Over Brooke Astor Will Aug 15, 2007
But questions are expected to arise in Westchester County Surrogate Court over changes made to the will in early 2003 and late 2004. The Times reported that one amendment shifted millions of dollars from some of Astor's favorite causes - like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the New York Zoological Society - to her son's charitable trust, the Anthony Marshall Fund. (Forbes)
Judge dismisses GOP challenge to small party Aug 11, 2007
Failure to do so, he wrote, was "fatal to this proceeding." Judge Hummel is a surrogate court judge in Rensselaer County. He heard this challenge because judges in Columbia County recused themselves, saying they were familiar with individuals in the case. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Here's The Skinny On Atkins Apr 23, 2007
HERE'S THE SKINNY ON ATKINS - Pagesix - New York Post Online Edition. Monday, April 23, 2007 Last Update: 10:10 AM EDT. (New York Post -- Gossip)
Your tax questions answered Apr 17, 2007
Weekly I visit my brother-in-law (required by the Surrogate Court), I pay his bills, take him to the bank, and shop for groceries, etc. I am not taking a fee from the trust. (Newsday -- New York City)
Mom accused of stealing from her own kids Apr 12, 2007
A Surrogate Court order, dated Sept. 19, 2006, barred anyone from withdrawing the money from the trust until the children reached age 18. But a clerical error made by the HSBC bank branch in Levittown mistakenly allowed Schoeneman to make cash and check withdrawals from the account, Reilly said. (Sun-Sentinel.com)
Britney Spears Locked Into Deal With Manager She 'Hates' Apr 7, 2007
She is now a Surrogate Court judge in Brooklyn. Her efforts to become Manhattan Borough president in 2005 were blunted when The New York Post reported that she directed hundreds of thousands of city dollars into the controversial detox program after receiving $115,000 in campaign donations from Scientology. (Fox News -- Views)
Longview woman to inherit $10 million Jell-O fortune Mar 28, 2007
Although a 2005 decision initially went against McNabb, the upstate Monroe County Surrogate Court last week ordered the trustees to show her the money, the Post reported. More Headlines. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
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Surrogate Court Judge Marianne Furfure ordered the city to serve an answer by March 30, saying she doesn't believe the city's failure to respond, whether intentional or not, justifies a default situation. The city previously declined to become involved with the case, and decided not to use taxpayers' money to help defend NYDH, owners of the historic structure. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Court committee considers more proposals Mar 17, 2007
There would be no change to the ground floor or first floor of the current facility, but eventually, Pullen said, the county could move surrogate court into another space after the construction, as well as the district attorney, public defender and probation department and gain even more space. t's pretty much negotiable, Pullen said. (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
Council to act on Adsit House: Small Cities Grant, upper-floor housing also to be discussed at tonight's Common Council meeting Mar 12, 2007
Surrogate Court Judge Marianne Furfure signed the Order to Show Cause. Robert Koegel, the attorney representing Historic Hornell Inc., filed an injunction with the court saying the demolition application is incomplete because the intent of NYDH has not been explored by the city to the full extent. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Settlement reached in Troy police disciplinary case Mar 6, 2007
The city and PBA lawyers conducted talks in the Rensselaer County Surrogate Court throughout the day until a resolution was reached in the early afternoon. Mitchell declined to discuss the details of the settlement involving Sgt. Mary Katherine O'Neill and Sgt. Joseph Centanni. (Albany Times Union)
Watchdog group recommends surrogate judge's censure Mar 1, 2007
ALBANY -- The watchdog panel that oversees New York's judges has just recommended that Albany County Surrogate Court Judge Cathryn Doyle be censured for giving ``evasive and deceptive'' testimony during its investigation of her friend, former state Supreme Court Justice Thomas Spargo. In a unanimous decision, the Commission on Judicial Conduct said it would have suspended Doyle without pay if it had the power to do so. (Albany Times Union)
City won't defend Adsit demo: Planning Board, codes officer named in suit brought by HHI to stop NYDH demolition Mar 1, 2007
Surrogate Court Judge Marianne Furfure signed the Order to Show Cause, and will hear the case at 10 a.m. March 20. Koegel said papers were served to Pelych. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
Adsit gets its day in court: Judge Furfure to hear arguments March 20 to save historic structure Feb 28, 2007
Koegel said action has been commenced, and Surrogate Court Judge Marianne Furfure signed the Order to Show Cause. He said this places a temporary restraining order on the demolition permit and stops all respondents from taking any action. (Hornell Evening Tribune, NY)
