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When no guardian by will or deed remains in office a guardian may be appointed by the court with all the powers conferred by the will or deed and with the effect prescribed in 706 of this act unless such appointment would be contrary to the express provisions of the will or deed.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Surrogate's Court Procedure Act - SCP § 1712. Appointment of successor - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/surrogates-court-procedure-act/scp-sect-1712/
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