In re the Estate of Weeks

Maximilian Moss, S.

In this proceeding to probate a purported last will and testament, proponent moves for an order directing respondents either to file in court or furnish proponent with a photocopy of a written statement obtained from the subscribing witnesses before their examination pursuant to section 141 of the Surrogate’s Court Act. The statement was taken by a representative of the attorneys for respondents, a brother and sister of the deceased who were excluded from sharing in the estate. Respondents contend that such statement is a “ work product” and therefore not subject to…