I need to submit Medicaid Provider's application in NY. How much would a lawyer charges me for reviewing the documents/forms?

That's a loaded question. It's hard to expect a cost without knowing how long the forms are, how detailed, etc. You should contact an attorney...

The Executor has the right to make decisions without the consent of the beneficiaries. However, if they are not prudent, a court can surcharge him...

I was appointed as an executor. Fee is based as % of the "value of the estate". What does that consist of?

An executor is entitled to a corpus commission of 5% of the first $200,000, 3 1/2% of the next $800,000 and 2% of the balance. However, the...

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Can i move out?

Yes. You will need to have a petition filed in the Superior Court. However, if you are making truthful allegations, you should be able to...

Is my dads wife entitled to my payable on death inheritance. wife was not named in will but also left a pod.

Estate law is governed by where the decedent lived, not the heir so a Florida attorney would be best suited. An elective share is typically...

Had a joint checking account with mom who is now deceased she owned nothing but a car with 8000$ loan balance

Mary's answer is correct. However, if it is not, you may need to apply to the probate court for an order declaring the estate insolvent. This...

Can you change guardianship over to someone else?

A guardianship can be transferred. However, an Order of the probate court needs to be issued discharging the godparent and terminating his or her...

If an an estate is ready for partial distribution and has a valued amount of 895,134.29 exactly... see below..

When the estate has been substantially completed, an executor often takes his or her complete fee. However, note that there is a difference...

How much does an executor receive and what is 9.5% of 895,134.29?

Per NJ statute, an executor may take 5% of the first $200,000 of probate assets, 3 1/2 of the next $800,000 plus 2% of the balance. He or she may...

The language in the Will initially controls. If it was competently written, it typically will give the executor the authority to resolve the...