In re the Estate of McDonnell

OPINION OF THE COURT

C. Raymond Radigan, J.

In this probate proceeding, the court is required to determine compliance with the requirements of SCPA 2307-a on the part of the named attorney/fiduciary, Cheryl Kitton. SCPA 2307-a requires that an attorney/draftsperson of a will who is named as the executor must disclose to the testator that if such attorney or an affiliated attorney renders legal services in connection with the estate, such attorney or an affiliated attorney is entitled to receive reasonable compensation in addition to *287statutory commissions. This section applies to wills executed…