The Executrix needs to be formally appointed by the surrogate's office, which issues a short certificate. If there is truly an estate bank account...

A surviving spouse can get access to assets worth up to $20,000.00 without having to go through full probate of the Will. She just needs to go to...

Your mother's Will nominated someone to be the Executor of her estate. This is the person who gathers assets, pays bills and taxes, and then...

Can a person "deed" their portion of their house if the NJ Deed is 2 individuals with "rights of survivorship?"

The short answer is "yes" but, as has been pointed out by my colleague above, there are various significant implications which must first be...

Do we need an attorney to prepare our "wills" or is Legal zoom's $79 comprehensive will sufficient?

I have a cough and a low grade fever. It is probably nothing important. Should I Google for medical advice or spend a few dollars and see my...