If I feel the named executor of an estate has not acted professionally/honestly, is there a process for me to remove him/her?

Yes, you can request the removal of an executor. There is a Petition for Removal that can be filed, along with a filing fee (approximately $115...

Can I purchase shares that can't be transferred yet by giving cash for a promissory note?

The other attorneys have hit the key points. Generally, the language in typical governing documents for 'private' shares limit ownership to...

Expanding a little on the prior answers, a nominee trust is used in certain circumstances to keep confidential the beneficial ownership of a...

Is it too late to be appointed exec / admin of my late husband's estate ? He passed 8 / 9 / 2003 . There was no will .

No, you can still seek appointment, though they may be willing to transfer it to you without an estate being opened.

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As the other attorneys noted, percentages vary. The contingency rate should reflect the risk that the attorney experiences of potentially spending...

Can always MA / US s - corp IT consulting buy a commercial multi - family rental under it or form new LL ? Which is better ?

You need to sit down with your accountant and a business attorney and sort through the issues. Taxes aren't the only one. There are also a...

Technically, this may be governed by a company policy. As a practical matter, anything that anyone ever sends by email can be reproduced an...

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

There is no explicit probate requirement to wait a year. However, because of certain aspects about the revised probate process, and real estate...

My father died in 2005,my mom six months ago.My brother has not filed the will, nor will give any information.

Echoing the other answers, it would be wise at this point to contact an experienced probate attorney. The laws have changed since 2005, and this...

It is a question without a clear answer. At a minimum, if someone who actually holds the note on the second or is an authorized agent of the...