Sullivan County Surrogate’s Court
THE LATEST INFORMATION ON SULLIVAN’S SURROGATE’S COURT
Overview
The Surrogate’s Court hears cases relating to individuals who have passed away, including disagreements about wills and the proper way to manage or divide the estate (total assets and liabilities). Surrogate’s courts are also authorized to handle adoptions.

LOCATION
Sullivan County Government Center
100 North Street
Monticello, NY 12701
Directions
- Take the New York State Thruway to Kingston Exit 19.
- Pay toll and proceed to the traffic circle.
- After entering the circle, take the 1st exit off of the traffic circle following the signs for Ellenville. Proceed on Route 209 to Route 17 West Exit 104 for Monticello.
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Email:Â SullivanSurrogateCourt@nycourts.gov
Phone:Â 845-791-3500
Fax:Â 845-481-9337
ADA SULLIVAN COUNTY – Surrogate’s Court
Surrogate’s Court Judges
Hon. James R. Farrell
Hon. E. Danielle Jose-Decker
Law Clerks
Alexandra Bourne, Esq.
Rebecca Mantello, Esq.
Chief ClerkÂ
Crystal Gadson
Deputy Chief ClerkÂ
Wendy Weiner
District
3rd Judicial District
Robert Friedman
NY Probate Attorney
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