Massachusetts probate always requires a bond. However, if the will has language about waiving the bond and/or waiving the sureties, the PR can...

Even if the original ownership between you and your brother was as "joint tenants" meaning that if one of you died the living sibling would then...

I'm sorry for your losses. You will need to file a petition for a successor personal representative in order to become named as the personal...

If your only US asset is a bank account, I recommend you contact the bank about using a TOD (transfer on death) or POD (payable on death) form. It...

You would need to speak with a California attorney to determine whether or not that a California trust would be appropriate.

I'm sorry for your loss. If the account was held jointly , then you should be able to claim the asset from the state's unclaimed funds system by...

I'm sorry for your loss. If the assets are minimal (under $25,000 + motor vehicle of any value) your mother can file a Voluntary Administration...

In Massachusetts if there is not an objection then the probate court generally allows a probate petition administratively, without any court...

A will only says what happens to "probate" assets. An asset that is owned jointly (including "tenants by the entirety") is not a joint asset on...

You can start by contacting the cemetery and asking them. Even if the original plans didn't go through, if you are willing to pay for everything...