I live in NY. A family member passed and the will was probated. There was no actual cash left. There was a home that was left to a specific family member.
The lawyer probated the will, the Letters Testamentary were recieved, and the house was signed over to the person it was left to. The lawyer said that all was finished and he sent his bill.
My question is, after all this was done, the credit card companies of the deceased sent letters that they were submitting claims to the estate. The lawyer said there was no cash there and the executor is not legally liable for her debts, so not to worry.
My question is, because they submitted claims, does this keep the estate "open"? And how long will their claims remain active?
I am confused because the lawyer said everything was finished, sent his bill and I was under the impression that the estate was closed. Now, I am not sure.
Thanks for any responses and your time.