Questions answered by Joseph Michael Pankowski Jr

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What kind of attorney should I contact?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 12, 2016

I am sorry that you find yourself in this situation. Unfortunately, with your father's passing more than a decade ago, it will be difficult to...

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In California what's the next best thing to a living trust when it comes to leaving money to minors via beneficiary designation?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 11, 2016

I agree with Attorney Zelinger. If you do not leave the assets to your children in a trust, they will likely receive them before they are able to...

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Will I need to probate my husbands will if the only real estate we own is a Timeshare (which is joint tenancy)?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 11, 2016

I agree with Attorney Pittman. If the vehicle was in his sole name, you will likely need to do something in a Georgia probate court in order to...

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What are the laws concerning his cremated remains, who is entitled to them.

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 10, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. Since your children's father's body was already cremated, the odds are that the person who was permitted to cremate the...

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What happens if the executor stole money from a will that was suppose to be for the kids when they turned 25?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 10, 2016

The fiduciary who held the money (typically a "Trustee" or "Custodian" under the Uniform Transfers to Minors Act) can be held liable to repay the...

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Do the lawyers of a lg estate need permission from all Executors to do legal work? Can Exec that didnt giv permission fight it?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 10, 2016

I am sorry for your circumstances. The best bet is for the beneficiaries who are non-Executors to retain an experienced New York estate lawyer who...

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Can attorneys of an estate raise their legal fee hourly rate without getting a signed agreement from all Executors?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 10, 2016

The Executor may wish to have his fee agreement reviewed by another New York lawyer. Specifically, some fee agreements reference the fact that...

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What is our option now to gain access to the account to pay his bills?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 09, 2016

I am sorry that you find yourself in this situation. A trusted family member or friend should petition a Washington court for a guardianship for...

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Can he do that? Can the nephew to the sisters who's mother is dead demand these things be done? What can be done to code him out

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 06, 2016

I am sorry for your loss. Because your mother did not have a will, the distribution of her property will be under the terms of the South Carolina...

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How do I probate the will to act as his representative in the law suit?

Joseph's answer | Answered on May 03, 2016

I am sorry for the loss of your parents in such a short time. Please bring the will to an experienced Alabama probate attorney who can assist you...

Joseph Michael Pankowski Jr's Answers (2414)

What kind of attorney should I contact?

In California what's the next best thing to a living trust when it comes to leaving money to minors via beneficiary designation?

Will I need to probate my husbands will if the only real estate we own is a Timeshare (which is joint tenancy)?

What are the laws concerning his cremated remains, who is entitled to them.

What happens if the executor stole money from a will that was suppose to be for the kids when they turned 25?

Do the lawyers of a lg estate need permission from all Executors to do legal work? Can Exec that didnt giv permission fight it?

Can attorneys of an estate raise their legal fee hourly rate without getting a signed agreement from all Executors?

What is our option now to gain access to the account to pay his bills?

Can he do that? Can the nephew to the sisters who's mother is dead demand these things be done? What can be done to code him out

How do I probate the will to act as his representative in the law suit?