When family disputes arise after a loved one’s death, estate litigation often follows. Many New York wills contain “no-contest” clauses, also known as in terrorem clauses. These provisions generally require beneficiaries to choose between accepting an inheritance or risking forfeiture by challenging the will. When disputes arise after the decedent’s death, such clauses are intended to discourage probate litigation. Pursuant to New York Estates, Powers and Trusts Law (“EPTL”) § 3-3.5, a no-contest provision in a will is generally enforceable…
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Piggybacking After The Lynch Decision: What New York Contractors Need to Know
On May 21, 2026, the Third Department issued a noteworthy decision affecting public procurement in New York. In Matter of Daniel J. Lynch, Inc. v. Board of Education of the…
