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What can I do the probate case is closed all the estate has been sold I am a beneficiary and have not received my inheritance?
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Answered on March 24, 2013
Attorney Frederick is correct. I would strongly urge you to retain an experienced estate attorney who can review what has happened in the estate...
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I am getting ready to distribute the assets listed in the estate of my mother ;who I am fidituary of:
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Answered on March 24, 2013
It appears that you are referring to a "Receipt and Release Agreement," which is typically used to finalize New York estate administrations. If...
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Can my husband give power of attorney to his grandmother and remove me from our joint bank account before he deploys to Kwuait?
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Answered on March 24, 2013
Attorneys Allen and Frederick are correct. With two kids involved, you need to retain an experienced Virginia attorney as soon as possible to...
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I live in New Jersey and this is an estate planning question about revocable trusts or living trusts.
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Answered on March 24, 2013
If you pass away without a will or a revocable living trust, your spouse will need to petition to be named the administrator of your estate. This...
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My sister went and got power of attorney for my father who has dementia but he is still married to my mom and she doesnt
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Answered on March 24, 2013
Attorney Frederick is correct. If you believe that the Power of Attorney was improperly obtained by your sister, you and/or your mother need to...
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Can the funds in a disclaimer trust be used for the entrance fee for a continuing care retirement community?
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Answered on March 24, 2013
Since I don't have the underlying document for the disclaimer trust, it is impossible to answer your question fully. Suffice it to say, if the...
If a beneficiary in an estate wants to retain their own separate estate attorney, who is liable for the cost?
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Answered on March 24, 2013
The beneficiary is responsible for the costs of his or her own attorney. However, if you spend your own money to assist in the estate (like...
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I hired a lawyer to execute my mothers will and trust. None of the bequests were made or the administrative fees paid.
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Answered on March 24, 2013
Attorney Frederick is correct. Hopefully, there is simply a misunderstanding which your attorney can address. If not, please follow Attorney...
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Need probate advise
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Answered on March 24, 2013
Attorney Koel is correct. You should hire an experienced estate attorney for your daughter to make sure her interests are protected. ...
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Small estate but big problems, do we need an attorney?
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Answered on March 24, 2013
Yes, the children (or their surviving parent, if they are minors) certainly need to retain an experienced attorney to review this matter. If the...