Do I need a license to sell real estate for informal probate?

There may be a provision in your dad’s will that waives the requirement for a license to sell, but it may be preferable to still petition to the...

Probate?

Probate is the process of what happens to someone’s property when they pass away. A will appoints a person generally called an Executor or Personal...

When dealing with a power of attorney it is critical to look at the powers granted in the document itself. Ensure that the legal document...

Trust vs will?

Whether preparing a will or a trust it is always in your best interest to seek legal counsel. There are added benefits to a trust in comparison to...

Notarize will?

No, in Massachusetts you do not need to notarize your will to make it legal. However, for your own benefit you will want to attach a “self-proving...

The legal age to be a trustee in Massachusetts is 18 years old.

The Trust is separate from the probate estate. The Trustee named in the Trust handles the Trust property. If you are a beneficiary under the...

If ancillary land doesn't sell in a month, can the heirs gift it away or include it as a package deal to sell the main estate?

There are some additional facts needed to completely and accurately respond to your question. Generally speaking, you cannot require someone to...

If ancillary land doesn't sell in a month, can it be given away or made part of a package deal to sell with the main estate?

There are some additional facts needed to completely and accurately respond to your question. Generally speaking, you cannot require someone to...

I would like a free consultation with an elder lawyer?

Some firms charge for consultation fees and others offer free consults. Some questions are easily answered while others require more in depth...