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Can i sue my lawyer for losing my family entire files and checks that she was to disburse weeks ago.

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

It appears that your attorney may be trying to protect you by having your siblings sign a "Receipt & Release Agreement" prior to disbursing the...

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If you plan to impeach or contest a will how much time do you have from Persons Death

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

I agree with Attorney Potter. If you believe the will was executed by a person who lacked testamentary capacity or was under undue influence, you...

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I need any advice or information on what to expect. I believe this to be a probate matter. Thank you in advance for any info.

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

I agree with counsel. It is vital that you retain an experienced probate attorney as soon as possible. He or she will review the facts of this...

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Are children of beneficiary next in line for inheritance?

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

I agree with Attorneys Hausler and Goldman. Please have the will reviewed by an experienced attorney who will advise you as to who will receive...

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Should I create a living trust to transfer property to my son or should I transfer by grant deed now?

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

As noted by counsel, please consult with an experienced estate planning attorney before doing anything. Specifically, as stated by Attorney...

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Probate law, if the estate has been closed and a lawsuit was won on behalf of the deceased does the estate have to be reopened

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

This appears to be a duplicate question. As noted earlier, an estate would have to be reopened if a litigation results in a payment to the...

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Probate Does the estate have to be reopened son won a wrongful death suit What is the average cost$2500 seems high. Only child

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

I agree with Attorneys Dupler and Reed. Normally, an estate would remain open during the pendency of any litigation. If, however, the estate...

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I have been willed a piece of property and I do not want it. If I deny the property will it go directly to the heirs.

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 08, 2013

Before doing anything, please have the will reviewed by your own attorney. He or she will advise you of what would happen if you disclaim the...

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My brother passed away three years ago with an estate consisting of a TV,ironing board,vacuum cleaner and his clothes.

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 07, 2013

I agree with Attorneys Frederick and Pippen. Unless you were designated as the sole beneficiary of the annuity, you will need to share it with...

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My huband of 34 years is about to inherits over a million dollars that he will split with three other brothers.

Joseph's answer | Answered on July 07, 2013

...this is a duplicate question to one I answered moments ago. In case there's a problem with Avvo and my previous answer is deleted, I advised...

Joseph Michael Pankowski Jr's Answers (2414)

Can i sue my lawyer for losing my family entire files and checks that she was to disburse weeks ago.

If you plan to impeach or contest a will how much time do you have from Persons Death

I need any advice or information on what to expect. I believe this to be a probate matter. Thank you in advance for any info.

Are children of beneficiary next in line for inheritance?

Should I create a living trust to transfer property to my son or should I transfer by grant deed now?

Probate law, if the estate has been closed and a lawsuit was won on behalf of the deceased does the estate have to be reopened

Probate Does the estate have to be reopened son won a wrongful death suit What is the average cost$2500 seems high. Only child

I have been willed a piece of property and I do not want it. If I deny the property will it go directly to the heirs.

My brother passed away three years ago with an estate consisting of a TV,ironing board,vacuum cleaner and his clothes.

My huband of 34 years is about to inherits over a million dollars that he will split with three other brothers.