Does a petition to partition automatically require the sale of the property?

If things are amicable, you might want to consult with a real estate attorney to discuss turning the building into condominiums. That way one...

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I live in Mass my grandfather passed away before I got to meet him

I agree that you need to pull the records of the probate at the courthouse. If you look at the documents, there's a chance that you'll see the name...

You can't just assign your powers to a third person. I suggest that your father contact an elder law attorney concerning creating a new POA and...

Do you have to wait a year before you can sell a decease's house in case any creditors come forward

As Attorney Snell notes, you can sell the house but you should hold on to the proceeds. First, you need to determine whether your father's estate...

Are there any pro boon lawyers in the Boston or Cambridge area that can help me file a motion ? I

You will need to file a motion to lift the default judgment. The chances of your finding an attorney to handle this matter for free are not good;...

My aunt is being harassed by her landlord what Lawyer should i contact?

Your aunt should consult with a landlord-tenant attorney to review the terms of her lease or rental agreement and determine whether the harassment...

Where can I find info and forms to file Summary Administration?

If your grandmother was a Florida resident, you should contact the probate court in the county in which she resided and ask them if they can send...

I need to file a small claims suit but have no money. what can i do?

In Massachusetts, you can be represented by an attorney if you have one. However, if you cannot afford one, there is a lot of information at the...

What are repercussions of receiving inheritance to US from Accra , Ghana ? This woman wants me to represent the Family .

Let me make sure I understand this. What do you mean when you say "represent the family?" Do you mean as a recipient of funds that you would then...

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My step brother-collecting SS disability-needs to sell the house/property and it is in his mother(deceased) name.How? Benefits?

The first step is to probate the estate and establish who actually owns the property. You don't state if the deceased sister left any children --...