It's difficult to assign a flat rate to an accounting proceeding. The real issue is how much time it takes to prepare the formal accounting. ...

My nephew put a caveat against the probate of will of my father. What are the next steps I need to take?

Your posting is somewhat unclear. You say that you were appointed the executor of the estate. If you were truly "appointed," then you have...

If engaged to my partner for more than 3years, but not legally married, could she claim properties from my family if I were dead

For purposes of intestate administration of an estate, a marriage of five minutes trumps an engagement of three years. Being engaged to be...

My mom left me and my neice a house she isn't going along with what the will says isn't that breaking the will .

First, I am a New York attorney and can't advise you as to your state's laws. But I can provide you with certain general information that may be...

I doubt the landlord will enter your brother's premises in order to steal his things. You say that the landlord wants a death certificate...

Is a probate attorney needed and is it necessary to file with the courts?

Most states have simplified proceedings for modest estates. These small estate proceedings are usually quick, easy, and do not require an...

Misrepresented by app administrax of my father estate

I'm not clear whether the administrator of the estate is an attorney or hired an attorney -- your typo makes it impossible to know. But, either...

What is the proper course to take here

If the securities were jointly held by your father and you, It's not clear how your stepmother could sell them. Ownership of jointly-held assets...

I'm currently filing an administration surety bond form for deceased mother's estate. How do I answer these questions?

As Mr. Berson advises you, if the bond application is challenging, then the administration is going to be far more challenging. It's not clear...

Real estate owned by three heirs. Can one of them apply and get a mortgage without the consent of the others? What about default

As Ms. Coleman has advised you, a bank is not going to loan money on the house on the say - so of only a one third owner. You should consult...