Can my Mother avoid probate court???

I am sorry for your loss, but Attorneys Leonardi and Shultz are correct. Since the real property was solely-owned at the time of your father's...

Is there a time limit to appoint an executor of an estate. Is there a time limit to claim death benefits from a company?

I'm sorry for your loss. As a family member, you can petition to become the administrator of his estate at any time. If he was married at the...

I set up an irrevocable trust for my kids. Is it subject to division upon divorce

It depends on how, why and when you established and funded the trust. For example, if you moved assets into the trust without your wife's...

How do I get custody of my 2 year old nephew

Unless your sister is willing to give up her parental rights, you have a difficult road ahead of you in this case. The law strongly favors...

My Mother has passed away with no spouse . She left her will dividing her jewelry to "the female grandchildren".

I agree with Attorney Shultz. Please consult with an experienced Florida estate lawyer, such as Joseph Pippen, Esq. Good luck to you.

Common law intestacy. Life Insurance checks for $75000 paid to estate of dead husband. No will. Can wife cash checks?

Consult with an experienced Texas estate lawyer. He or she can walk you through the process in an effort to establish the survivor's rights (if...

Attorney Potter is correct. At a bare minimum, please have your existing documents reviewed by Arizona counsel. You will wish to have updated...

Can an insurance beneficiary hold power of attorney and also be the named executor of the estate of the deceased family member

Yes, this is quite common. For example, a husband may name his wife as his attorney-in-fact under his power of attorney, his designated executor...

Could you please let me know if there is a quick way to throw off an executrix and put for sale both properties?

I'm sorry for your loss and your situation. It sounds like you had a lawyer assist you with the shore house issue -- now you need a lawyer to...

My mother had a better living trust setup and put my brother as trustee.

You need to retain counsel immediately to review this matter and, if appropriate, bring it to the attention of the probate court. The longer you...