My father passed away last month and the will was to sell everything in the Estate then divide equally.

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   Eric Jerome GoldPro

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   Answered January 18, 2013 08:28. You mention in your statement that you have an attorney. It would not be appropriate for us, in the forum, to second guess your lawyer. Your lawyer is infinitely more familiar with your circumstances. I would simply suggest that it is time for an open and frank discussion with your attorney. Hopefully, such a conversation with resolve your concerns.

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   Leonard KomenPro

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   Answered January 21, 2013 13:43. You do not mention who owned the residence where your father lived or whether your sister had some ownership or was on the lease if it was rental property. Probably you gave this information to your attorney and her rights to live there are slowing it down.
   
   Since your father just died last month, it is likely the Probate Court has not yet opened the estate to give the Executor legal authority. Just being named in a Will does not do it.

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