Court notice for probate matter regarding Raymond J. Brand's estate.
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What You Should Do Next
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Review the Citation
Carefully read the citation to understand the details of the case and the implications of not appearing.
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Contact the Attorney
Reach out to Christopher Helinski at The Marrone Law Firm by calling (315) 728-9433 for any questions or clarifications regarding the case.
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Consider Legal Representation
If you wish to object to the relief requested, consider hiring an attorney to represent you at the hearing on February 26, 2026.
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Mark Your Calendar
Note the court date of February 26, 2026, at 9:30 AM to ensure you are aware of the proceedings, even if your appearance is not required.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the case number for the probate notice?
- The case number is 2025-2130.
- Where is the Surrogate's Court located?
- The Surrogate's Court is located at 401 Montgomery Street #209, Syracuse, New York.
- What happens if I do not appear in court?
- If you do not appear, it will be assumed you do not object to the relief requested.
- Who is the attorney for this case?
- The attorney is Christopher Helinski from The Marrone Law Firm.
- When is the court date for this probate matter?
- The court date is February 26, 2026, at 9:30 AM.
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Full Notice Text
ONONDAGA COUNTY SURROGATE'S COURT. COURT NOTICE TO CITED PARTIES. TO ROBERT BROWN: You have been served with a citation for a matter that is on the On- ondaga County Surrogate's Court calendar. While your appearance at the return date is not required, please be advised that if you do not appear it will be assumed that you do not object to the relief requested and the matter will proceed without you. PROBATE CITATION FILE NO. 2025-2130 SURROGATE'S COURT COUNTY OF ONONDAGA SUP- PLEMENTAL CITATION THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK, By the Grace of God Free and Independent, to Robert Brown whose address is unknown to the petitioner and cannot after diligent inquiry be ascertained; intending to represent the first cousin of Raymond J. Brand, deceased, who died on August 18, 2025 a resident of the town of Clay, Onondaga County, New York; A petition having been duly filed by Robert Cummins; YOU ARE HEREBY CITED TO SHOW CAUSE before the Surrogate's Court, Onondaga County, 401 Montgomery Street #209 Syracuse, New York, United States, on February 26, 2026, at 9:30 o'clock in the forenoon, why a decree should not be made in the Estate of Raymond J. Brand lately domiciled at 5701 Caughdenoy Road, Clay, New York 13041, and directing that Letters of Administration issue to Robert Cummins. WITNESS, HONOR-ABLE MARY KEIB SMITH, Surrogate of the County of ONONDAGA, Dated Attested and Sealed, JANUARY 14, 2026 [seal] Hon. Mary Keib Smith, Karen R. DeMartino, Chief Clerk; Name of Attorney: Christopher Helinski, Esq., The Marrone Law Firm Telephone: (315) 728-9433, Address of Attorney: 506 E. Washington St, Ste A, Syracuse, NY 13202. This Citation is served upon you as required by law. You are not obliged to appear in person. You have a right to have an attorney appear for you. If you fail to appear, it will be as- sumed that you do not object to the relief requested.