Is there any way to make my deceased mothers will valid?

Attorney Gardner is correct. As long as all of the heirs are in agreement, there should be no problem following the terms of the will. We do...

When my father passes, I'm sure my brother will get the family farm. If he is the only one listed on his Will, do I get nothing?

Attorneys Pippen and Shultz are correct. A person, who is competent and not under any undue influence, can leave his property to anyone he...

My mother put me on the deed as joint owner but she also has a revokable trust. Does the house still have to be divided

Attorneys Shultz and Zelinger are correct. Your mother's capacity at the time that she put the house into joint names may be a central issue when...

How long can I remain living in the house that was willed to me and my two siblings as long as I keep paying the mortgage ?

Attorney Brophy is correct. It will, ultimately, be up to the Executor to determine when you will need to move. Based on your fact pattern,...

Sister died 2011. No will, two children, old farmstead, neither children want the home. Offered it to me. How to start?

I'd strongly urge you to retain your own attorney. He or she will advise you as to the best means of obtaining the property from the heirs. ...

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My mom put me on the deed as joint owner. She also has a revoke trust. Does the house get passed on to me .

Under Connecticut law, if the deed reads "joint tenants with right of survivorship," then the property would be passed to you no matter what your...

Which bank accounts should be divided among the legal heirs?

Legally, when accounts are titled "joint tenants with right of survivorship", the surviving joint owners are the owners of the account no matter...

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Who can claim next of kin in a small estate affidavit?

Attorney Frederick is correct. Based on the limited information, it appears that your mother would be the "next of kin". Please consult with an...

My mother recently passed due to cancer. We own a mortgaged home. Am I (son) responsible for medical bills?

I am very sorry for your loss. Here in Connecticut, real property held as "joint tenants with right of survivorship" is not subject to the...

Suing Living Trust, can I take the other home out of the Trust to avoid lose it?

Attorney Potter is correct. Once a lawsuit has started, any transfers to avoid the outcome of said lawsuit will be attacked as fraudulent...