I need to hire a probate lawyer. But I do not know in which state I shall do so due to the unique situation described below.

The real estate in Florida would have to be the subject of an ancillary proceeding -- that is, a proceeding that is brought after someone qualifies...

Your remedy is not to prove the executor incompetent. There are two possible remedies: One involves an accounting proceeding and the other is to...

The rest, remainder and residual in NY state

First, no attorney should interpret a will that he or she has not seen. Beyond that, parts of your posting are unclear, such as whether it was...

How do I know if a will is legit? It's a piece of paper with my Mothers signature, That she is leaving everything to my brother.

The document you describe is not a will (unless your mother made the will while she was a soldier in an armed conflict or a mariner at sea, and I'm...

Letters of administration do not typically expire, unless they are suspended or revoked. But you are correct that if you are preparing an...

My colleagues give you good advice. But I want to add one point: The court does not "send out citations." Rather, the court will sign a citation...

When a savings account is titled "individual" and the individual names a beneficiary, is the account POD?

An account that had a beneficiary designation passed outside of probate. If the executor is suing you, being right is not enough -- you should...

How does one get proof that they are the executor of an estate?

I imagine the reason you couldn't deposit the check is that it was made payable to your father's estate. That's why an estate account is needed. ...

Is it legal to list checking account (transferred upon death to co-owner) on probate filing as part of estate or other reason?

An account that was jointly held or that had a designated beneficiary is outside of the probate estate. You should not have to pay your mother's...

How much to speak to lawyer about a will from mom hand written signed by only notary she left everything to 1 family member?

You should speak to an attorney immediately. Most of us offer free initial consultations. Your posting raises several issues, and it is important...