Adult sister dies in another country. Stepmother, father, brother & sister signed next of kin from Embassy. Who is in charge?

A stepmother has no legal authority to act unless same was provided in an estate planning document. In addition, she has no legal standing to any...

The administratorof an estate has an affirmative obligation to handle the affairs of the estate in a prudent and reasonable manner. If more than...

How does the will probation work in USA to prove the will is genuine?

The laws vary from state to state. In New Jersey, the Executor typically brings the original Will to the Surrogate's office with a certified copy...

If there is nothing to distribute, you should seek a declaration from the probate court that the estate is insolvent. It is akin to a bankruptcy...

Does having a legal guardian mean that a previously assigned POA is no longer valid?

Technically, the answer is no. The establishment of a guardianship does not void a power of attorney. The guardian has a right to void a power of...

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3 siblings inherit home. One takes mortgage to pay off reverse mortgage. What happens if he dies?

This is a mess. An agreement should be executed between the parties to ensure that the rights of the mortgagee and his family are protected...

How can a legal estate business that has been established for over 5 yrs be dissolved between two brothers if only one wants out

Any beneficiary of an estate has a right to have their property distributed to him. In that regard, if it is an interest in a business, no one has...

I put my recently deceased husband's car in my name. Can probate court come after the care to settle his bills? If so how?

Theoretically, the debts of the estate come first. Distribution of assets leaves you liable as Executrix for negligent distribution. The creditor...

Pay the $11,000 and dissovle the trust. There are issues which should be explored regarding why the trust was set up. However, I don't see why...

About The Asset Protection Recovery Letter

It appear so. However, I don't think I'd worry about criminal action for that pint.