Does a will have to be filed & probated in MA if a person owned no property or assets at death?
No. Your mother's Will doesn't have to be probated if she left no probate assets. However, you don't say if you have siblings who may have an...
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No. Your mother's Will doesn't have to be probated if she left no probate assets. However, you don't say if you have siblings who may have an...
I agree with the previous answer. I also suggest you speak with your father if that is an option. A Will could be his opportunity to admit to his...
In addition to Attorney Gates' answer, I would add that it is possible that there were no probate assets for the probate court to administer. ...
I agree with the previous answer. However, I have seen the Court hold funds when an heir goes missing. If you do not know your brother's...
I agree with the previous answers. That being said, if all siblings (including the sister who received the house) agree that the property should...
I agree with Attorney Snell. Your daughters are not responsible for taxes because they receive property from their deceased father. However,...
Often a power of attorney provides for a successor agent in case the primary agent (you) can't or doesn't want to serve. Check the document to see...
I'm sorry for your loss. The restraining order no longer applies as the subject - your dad - has passed away. Please check the Order to make sure...
I agree with Attorney Owens. A lot depends on the terms of the trust. As a beneficiary, you are entitled to see the trust.
Yes, you can file the Voluntary Administration form in order to make the claim for the unclaimed funds. You should list the unclaimed funds on the...