Surrogate's Court

The Surrogate’s Court is a specialized court that handles legal matters related to wills, estates, and trusts. It oversees the distribution of a deceased person’s assets according to their will or state laws when there is no will. The court also manages guardianship issues for minors or incapacitated persons and reviews elder law matters. Its primary role is to ensure that the deceased’s estate is settled fairly and according to legal procedures, providing a formal process for beneficiaries and heirs to resolve disputes and confirm beneficiaries’ rights.