Does having caused tax penalties and interest charges to estate constitute grounds for removal as executor/trustee?

generally you'd have to show malice and a violation of court orders. that said, you may seek to hold her responsible and have penalties taken from...

Who is the owner of the deceased New Jersey home at time of his death?

this doesn't sound right to me - i'd consult with a competent attorney right away

If a spouse applies for elective share when a will is contested, can they just ignore the elective share if they win?

The new wife is in for a minimum of 1/3 absent a prenup, however if you can throw out the will then you can check under intestecy.

Depends on the verbiage of the trust.

How do I get a will made?

i'd ask friends, search avvo, look for ads, etc.

Not enough in the estate to cover debts...

Mr. Bearg is an esteemed colleague and gave you sound advice. That said, now that you opened the estate my opinion is that you can't just abandon...

UTC is here. The affect on First Party SNT and a Charitable Trust. How will it affect both?

the UTC has codified modifications to Trusts which otherwise existed in case law. as for a discourse, that's something best left for a consult...

chances are the second will revokes the prior will but if not there could be a real issue - you should consult with a qualified attorney right away!

When there are two trustees on an irrevocable trust, can the trustee with POA change the trust?

a lawyer would need to review the terms of the POA and Trust

How do you find out if a will was altered?

Your should consult with a lawyer right away to protect your interests