Administration
Judge of the Surrogate's Court
Hon. Vincent J. Messina, Jr.
Secretary: Catherine Recine
Law Clerk: Amy Hsu
Chambers: Surrogate's Court
320 Center Drive
Riverhead, NY 11901
631-852-1745
Surrogate's Court Chief Clerk's Office
Doreen A. Quinn, Chief Clerk
Amy E. Campbell, Deputy Chief Clerk
Description
The Surrogate's Court handles all issues involving wills and the estates of people who die. The Court also handles cases involving unclaimed property of the deceased who had no will as well as guardianships and adoptions.
Each of New York State's 62 counties has one surrogate judge except New York and Kings Counties, which have two each.
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Information about Coronavirus and the NYS Courts
Surrogate’s Court Virtual Protocols and Forms
Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Surrogate's Court Forms
Surrogate's Court E-filing Protocol
Tax Department Forms for Ancillary Proceedings
Alternative Dispute Resolution Protocols