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What is the average time it takes for an uncontested will to be handled in Suffolk County Probate Court.
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Answered on March 05, 2010
There are two answers to the issue -- depending on what you mean by "handled." Generally, an estate requires at least one year from start to finish...
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Does the executor of an estate need to provide an accounting of the estate to the benificiaries in Massachusetts?
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Answered on March 04, 2010
An account is required to be filed beginning one year after the date of the executor's appointment and annually after that. If the account is not...
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How do I fill out a revocable 2-party living trust?
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Answered on March 04, 2010
I am concerned that if you do not understand the difference between a grantor and a trustee, you are setting yourself and your family up for a lot...
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I am the only member of an LLC in Massachusetts. My wife will file for divorce in a few months. I need to protect the business
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Answered on March 03, 2010
You MUST -- repeat MUST -- hire an experienced attorney who has handled divorce matters involving small business owners. There is no possible way...
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Should I sign relinquishment papers from my ex's lawyer?Also,she wants to make a clause that I pay her a lump sum. Legal?
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Answered on March 03, 2010
Yes, you can -- in theory -- agree to surrender your parental rights and allow the child to be adopted; however, the court has to decide whether...
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Family question
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Answered on March 02, 2010
The other side has a good defense -- the fact that you've sat on your rights for at least 12 years. It gets to be an even better defense if there's...
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If an online divorce is the only divorce to which my husband will agree...without contesting, do I go ahead at risk security
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Answered on March 01, 2010
You need to at least consult with an attorney who practices in Bristol Probate before going forward. We're talking about your kids and your...
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How long does one have to file for a judgement reversal?
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Answered on March 01, 2010
Unless you hire a lawyer, you will need to go in person -- frankly, I'd get down there today if possible, because you need a copy of the docket...
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Non Probated Money market
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Answered on March 01, 2010
Please accept my condolences on your loss.
Two issues here --
First, the money market account. Massachusetts law assumes that jointly held...
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What options does a 17yr old have to receive social security benefits stepmother is not sharing
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Answered on February 28, 2010
If your stepmother is your representative payee, she is supposed to spend the money for your care and support. That means housing expenses, food...
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