The written response must be made within 20 days of personal service, or within 30 days of the time when service by any other means is complete.
Sales of services are generally exempt from New York sales tax unless they are specifically taxable.
The Will must be filed in Surrogate's Court and admitted for probate before the wishes of the person who died can be followed. If the person who died had less than $50,000 of personal property, then a small estate (also called a voluntary administration) can be filed instead.
Also, proof of service must be timely filed in the County Clerk's Office, Room 141B, at the Law & Equity counter. If not done, your case may be dismissed. A summons with notice or a summons and complaint must be served and proof of service filed within 120 days of getting your Index Number.
Yes, you can create a will without a lawyer in New York. Under state law a person has the right to legally represent themselves, which includes drafting their own will.