Waiver Process Consent to Probate Questions

Don't sign anything. You have legitimate questions as to whether your sister abused the power of attorney that your mother executed. I can't,...

How does "Fair market value" compare to the apraised sell of a home?

Appraisals typically evaluate the fair market value of a property. Fair market value is often defined as the sum that a knowledgeable purchaser...

Is the woman a real person

I'm sure somebody has that name. In fact, I'm sure a lot of persons have that name. But without context, your posting is meaningless. Try...

Can I get my grandmother's will prorated if she passed away in 1998?

You're going to have to do two proceedings -- a probate proceeding as to your grandmother's estate and an additional proceeding with regard to your...

What does it mean probate against his/her will?

Your social worker's heart is in the right place, but he or she may lack familiarity with certain legal concepts. If you were disinherited by your...

Can step children evict me out of my husband's home after he passes away and probate hadn't happened yet?

I'm a NY attorney and can't advise you as to your state's laws. If your state recognizes common-law marriage, then you may be able to file a...

My aunt died without a will. I gave her my old car in March and she died in September and wanted me to have the car. What do I d

Since your aunt did not have a will, her assets would be distributed in intestacy. State law governs who gets what. A decedent's surviving spouse...

How can we find out what assets and/or life insurance a deceased family member had?

Married couples typically put many assets in joint name or list the other spouse as a designated beneficiary. These assets pass outside of...

The removal of staples is one root of complications in probating a will. Even if the will were intact when you left it with the court, the court...

How can I sue the estate probate lawyer who refuses to get hold of the original will where the date for witnessing .....

If there is a later will that has not been produced for filing with the court or for probate, there are steps available under New York law to...