The certificate you are referring to is called many things - Executor's Short Certificate, Letters Testamentary, Letters of Administration or...

Can I place inheritance money in trust for my cousin who is on SSI?

The trust you are looking to set up is a Third-party Supplemental Needs Trust which is specifically designed for this purpose. If this trust is...

If a trust is made between grandparents and siblings do you have to change finances to the trust?

Do you have a copy of the trust document? The first thing to ascertain is whether or not it is a revocable living trust or an irrevocable living...

I would need some additional information: (1) are the husband's children suing because they think there was fraud or undue influence when the...

There are a few open questions that need to be answered - (1) did your deceased brother have a spouse or living children? (2) had he left a Will?;...

Deceased left debt + Realestate! How is executor fees paid? When house sells % off the top? Or After all debts paid then % given

Based on all of the issues you raise, you may be better off retaining an attorney who can help you navigate all the nuances of estate...

As a Trustee do u pay yourself the commission or is a Court Order Required?

Generally a testamentary trust set up under a Will should provide for reasonable compensation for anyone serving as in a fiduciary capacity i.e. a...