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Overview

The Surrogate's Court hears cases relating to individuals who have passed away, including disagreements about wills and the proper way to manage or divide the estate (total assets and liabilities). Surrogate's courts are also authorized to handle adoptions.

Location

Kings County Surrogate's Court
2 Johnson Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
United States

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Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon.
(Closed for lunch 1PM-2PM)

Administration

Surrogate
Hon. Rosemarie Montalbano

Surrogate
Hon. Bernard J. Graham

Chief Clerk
Lisa Mathis

Deputy Chief Clerk
Kim N. Stephens