In general, by statute creditors only have one year from a decedent's date of death to file an action to collect on a debt. This applies...

Any thoughts on how to proceed with this matter?

It seems that you are alleging that there may have been a conveyance of real estate and transfer of assets from a trust that you are questioning. ...

What can I do living in another state

You should consult with a Florida probate attorney to determine what probate assets actually existed upon your father's death and how those assets...

The cost of a Will

As the prior responses indicate, it would be helpful for you to consult with an estate planning attorney who can sort through all of the facts and...

In Massachusetts, can an attorney change the trust of semi lucid, hospitalized client, with no witnesses.

The facts as you have stated in this case certainly raise a question concerning whether or not your Uncle had the capacity to execute the Trust. ...

As answered below, the Probate Court does have discretion to charge legal fees to a trust beneficiary. In general, a Trustee may apply trust funds...

In furtherance of the responses below, please note that physical bills of cash are not considered tangible personal property. Provisions in a Will...

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In order to give you proper a proper recommendation, more information is required. Specifically, you have indicated that an "inheritance tax...

Do I need an estate lawyer?

In order to give you more specific direction, you will need to consult with a probate lawyer and provide the following information: 1. Did your...

Recommend a strong probate (& probably litigation) attorney for Middlesex County (MA) who could easily handle this mess?

When you do find an attorney, make certain that you find someone familiar with probate procedure, and the remedies available to beneficiaries...