If a will has 2 beneficiaries but all assets were turned over to 1 beneficiary does the will need to be changed?

Most likely. Under NY law, when a beneficiary under a will predeceases the testator (person making the will), the gift no longer applies to that...

I did talk to a probate lawyer about seeing my mothers finance while she was blind and my sister had free use of the checkbook.

More details are needed. Is your mother still living? If so, does your sister have a valid Power of Attorney to manage her finances? Is she the...

Of course. Discovery is two sided. Both parties have to lay their cards out on the table, not just the Plaintiff.

What things should my wife and I consider as a new married couple, in terms of legal documents?

I suggest you hire a lawyer and draft a Will AND a Trust. Considering you have no real property, just a will shall serve you fine.

Depends on what it is you're giving power over. Basic POA's can be accomplished via template, and can be found online. Typically, all you need to...

If you have a will with one lawyer can you change lawyers for your will in NY state

She can most definitely hire a new lawyer. Keep in mind, that the new lawyer has to draft a new will, which will thereby revoke the prior will. ...

If a will bequeaths money that the decedent no longer has what happens?

Depends on what the will states. The house may have to be sold in order to satisfy the charitable bequest only if such intent was clearly...

Is there a "deadline" that requires judges to issue a Decree authorizing closure of an Estate within a given time frame in NYS?

Although there are certain time designations for specific acts, such filing federal and state estate tax returns, there is no specific time limit...

My question involves a power of attorney in the state of: NEW YORK; MOTHER DEFRAUDS and KEEPS DAUGHTERS TAX RETURN !

I suggest that she file an action against her mother. She can threaten her mom with a lawsuit or potential criminal liability for such action, and...

My Godmother made me "residual ligatee" in her will. What does that mean? Executor says I'm only entitled to costume jewelry .

A residuary clause in the will entitles you to the remainder of the estate after all claims against the estate have been paid, and the specific...