Where should I seek council if an estate in dispute is in NJ but I live in CA?

If the domicile and residence of the deceased relative was in New Jersey prior to their passing, then you will need to contact an attorney licensed...

What type of lawyer should I get in contact with that would have mine and my sisters best interests

I am sorry for your loss. You are right to consider contacting and retaining your own attorney who will represent you and your sister's interests...

Can a lawyer help with settling debts owed to creditors?

In order to do complete debt settlement on a $21,000 debt, it has been our firm's experience that you will probably need a more significant amount,...

Should I file bankruptcy?

You should definitely make an appointment with a qualified bankruptcy attorney. Most firms including my own give free initial consultations for...

How many hours would a lawyer have to work to obtain a reliable accounting of a large estate ruled over by a litigious

I agree with my esteemed colleagues, it is impossible to tell you exactly how many hours a heavily contested legal matter of this (or really any)...

Assuming the woman referred to in this question passed away, it would be extremely unusual for a will to only have a predecease clause and no other...

How do I locate/access my trust funds?

Often, hiring an attorney to request the information from the parties involved is sufficient. However, if your father or the trustees refuse to...

Can chapter 13 stop foreclosure auction for a while in NJ?

The simple answer is yes, a Chapter 13 can temporarily stop state foreclosure proceedings. During a Chapter 13 you may also attempt to obtain a...

Will and life estate

I surmise that your question is generally, do you have any legal recourse/claim based on you being seemingly disinherited from your late father's...

Went for a mediation settlement and I signed over my legal rights because I didn't want to sue but now I am not satisfied offer

You should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible. Even a general practice attorney may be able to at least discuss your case with you, or be...