What happens if a will is not "valid"?

First you need to find out from the lawyer why he says it is not valid. Since it seems from your question that the attorney who prepared the Will...

If your mother-in-law wants you to handle things on her death then she needs to have a Will in place that names you as Executor. If she does not...

What are the guidelines of the reading of a will in PA?

I idea of a formal reading of the Will is more of a Hollywood creation than a current practice. What needs to happen is that the Executor must...

My father recently died and we could only locate an unsigned copy of the will. What happens if a signed copy cannot be located?

If the original signed Will cannot be found you will have to proceed with an intestate administration. In such a case an Administrator is...

Do I need a lawyer to write a will?

While the law does not require that a lawyer be involved in preparing a Will I strongly recommend it. People typically plan for one of two reaons:...

My great Aunt passed away 2 wks ago. She had a Will in which I was named but I do not have a copy of it. How can I enforce it?

If the Will has been probated it will be available from the Surrogate for the county of her residence. If the Will has not been probated you could...

There is no set time limit for filing with the Court. If there is a delay the heirs can compel the filing of the Will or ask to be named...

Do I need to file anything with serogate court to get money from personal nursing home acct. when there is a will with executors

You likely need to do something to get the authority to access the account. Given the small amunt involved you may be eligible for one of NY's...

What recourse do I have against Power of Attorney after Mom's death about expenses and advances on inheritance to other siblings

It sounds like you have resasonable grouds for both of your complaints. Enforcing your rights is a little trickier as the amounts involved may not...

Can I fight joint tenancy without a lawyer?

You would be hard pressed to fight this fight without legal counsel. Try contacting your county bar association and ask if they have a reduced fee...