WHAT IS A FAMILY TO DO WHEN EXCUTOR OF WILL ABSOLUTLEY ISN'T FOLLING DIRECTIVES GIVEN IN WILL?

Either she is unqualified as an executrix or breaching her duties. Are you named in the will? Seek an attorney near you in NY via Avvo find a...

Can an executor charge 1 bene out of 5 for extra expenses (legal fees) incurred by him that would lessen other benes inheritance

I agree with Attorney Sauber. Extra administration time equals fees. Divided between 5 beneficiaries it may or may not add up to a significant...

Hello. Family member (father) who is now disabled, treats everyone abusive, will NOT PAY ANY Bills. What can be done?

Situations like this are difficult to deal with for families and at this stage even legally. More info would be needed regarding the disability or...

'loving trust" co trustee diminished mentally

Since your mom has Alzheimers and diminished abilities she doesn't have the capacity to be trustee. Do you have Power of Attorney? Does she live...

How long should it take for the estate attorney/executor to provide the beneficiaries with the informal accounting?

The time frame is not unusual. More unusual is being promised something 7 times and not keeping word. Firms do handle many estates at once. And it...

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My estate is worth less then 5,000,000. Should I meet with an Eldercare lawyer? I am 75 yrs and retired.

Many good reasons from my colleagues. I'd think you may want to protect your assets for your children as mentioned here. Or your future heirs. Your...

Severe Hypoglycemia caused by Rehab doctor's questionable prescription and nurse's negligence on elderly patient. Take action?

Different people, as do different attorneys have a differing values of 'worth.' Damages are a big part of a personal injury suit. Since the extent...

Is a legal presence necessary, or can this be settled civilly, outside of court?

Agree more specifics are needed. It's not clear from question 'A combination of verbal, and written agreements have occurred ...' Using the Avvo...

If I sign an agreement drawn up by a lawyer can I contest it after my mom passes?

You shouldn't sign an agreement if you plan on contesting it. Try and resolve issues more equitably before hand. More details would be needed about...

Is inheritance or gift money subject to tax or paperwork? More details below.

You've gotten good advice in this column. Why doesn't your mom want a will? It may solve some future issues regarding her wishes and estate rather...