How can I obtain property that belonged to my late father who died without a will?

Without question, you definitely want a probate attorney. The attorney needs to licensed in that State in which your father was a resident when he...

Do we need a a lawyer to follow my fathers will if my mother is still alive in n.j.?

There is an old saying that he who represents himself has a fool for a client. Having said that, if the matter is simple, the cost of...

My mother died in 2010. My brother agreement by an attorney. in the agreement it was written that a certain piece prop div up

The property needs to conveyed by deed immediately and the homeowners' insurance needs to be changed. Typically, insurance companies will deny any...

Distribution of inheritance

The question is not merely whether the taxes have been paid, but whether the executor has received what is known as a closing letter from the IRS...

Inheritance distribution

Estates are to be administered in a reasonable period of time. Typically, estates in which tax obligations are due can take approximately one year...

Executor fee

Mr. Zelinger's answer is accurate. However, you should also be aware of the fact that the commissions can be reduced. Specifically, you should...

My father died and my half brother got everything is that legal and/or was I entitled to anything? He died in 2007

Legally, no one is entitled to an inheritance except a spouse (absent a binding prenuptial agreement). Your father had a right to leave everything...

Under law, an estate must be managed in a reasonable period of time. Obviously, four years is more than reasonable. As an heir at law, you have a...

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If in the will it states that property is to be sold that is worth 200,000.00 is enough to pay off bills and taxes

You should not be selling other devise and bequeath items if there is enough equity in property to pay off bills and taxes. If it is not sold on...

Mother in law has power of attorney but is denying me and my husband access to our paperwork.

Your mother-in-law, if what you're saying is accurate, is violating her fiduciary duty. He can void the power of attorney. You can't personally...