Does my mom have to file a petition for letters of administration? Are there any other forms to fill out

I am a NY attorney and can't advise you as to your state's laws. I can, however, tell you that you should hire a local attorney. You have some...

How do I get what was left in a will to me and my brother?

The only paperwork that you actually need is the will (if there was one). If you believe that a family member is holding onto your father's will...

My grandmother passed away about 10 years ago. The only thing that is left is the house. My mohther is her only living child

When someone passes away without a will, assets that are neither held jointly nor held with a designated beneficiary will pass through intestacy. ...

My ex husband passed away 2 months ago and was supposed to have a $400,000 life insurance policy for me in trust for my children

The first order of business is to determine whether you are correct that he did not in fact have a $400,000 life insurance policy. Are you...

I do not know what type of legal assistance I may need.

You don't say whether your mother was married at the time she passed away. For purposes of responding to your posting, I am going to assume that...

Can I be the appointed Admin in an Intestate Admin process for my father's estate? Died w/o will. Do I need a lawyer to handle?

First, using presigned checks and filling in amounts is something that, potentially, could get you in trouble. This is all the more true if there...

If my daughter has POA(durable/springing), would my estate still go to probate?

My colleagues all give you good advice. I just want to emphasize one point, for the benefit of all who may read this: A power of attorney ceases...

Mr. Maclean gives you good advice. Section 1803(2) of the Surrogate's Court Procedure Act provides: 2. The notice of claim required by this...

My mother did not have a Last Will, no Beneficiaries, no Life Insurance etc.

It may be possible for you to hire an attorney pursuant to an arrangement in which the attorney will get paid from the proceeds of sale. Shop...

What do I do when my current probate lawyer refuses to complete the probate process?

You already know what your options are: Continue with your current attorney or replace him or her. Good luck to you.