Your appointment itself does not expire. Many institutions want to make sure that you are still the appointed personal representative. Because of...

Former startup cofounder breaches contract and releases private information, embezzles company resources

I agree with the other responses. There are both trade secret issues as well as employee/agent fiduciary obligations that have been violated. You...

Given the circumstances you should hire a probate attorney to help you navigate the situation. If there is a will than that document would govern....

This is not a simple answer. Who is the grantor of the trust? Assuming it is your brother you cannot create a self-settled trust in MA to protect...

What would happen if the spouse was added to the deed but there was an older will that didnt leave the house to the spouse?

The deed would control, but it depends on the type of tenancy. If a tenancy in common your husbands share passes through his will. If a joint...

You can, but the new owner has title to the property subject to the lien.

I agree with Jonathan. But, if the IRS has already assessed the tax then the collection statute is 10 years from the date of assessment. It sounds...

I recommend that you discuss this with an estate planning attorney first. There are potential gift/estate tax issues that may exist. You also may...

My father signed everything over to his 2nd wife before he died. Can I contest the will as the only living daughter?

You need to hire a lawyer in the state where your father passed away to determine your rights.

Because each state is its own registry there can be two entities registered with the same name in different states (but not in one state). I would...