What can I do

Among the many issues that you should discuss with a local attorney is a surviving spouse's right of election. That phrase refers to the state law...

Validity of will. Deceased person was confused when naming his daughter in the will. He used parts of his previous stepdaughter

The will itself, the decedent's medical circumstances, and his capacity are all issues that must be evaluated. As you might imagine, the five or...

I am an heir to a rather large estate and am forced to contest the Will that is about to go to Probate.

A contingency fee arrangement is not that common in probate matters. But, it is sometimes done. Obviously, the factors that will be considered by...

I want to file a form in probate court in Ohio demanding that the will be filed in probate as my brother has not filed the will

In all states, one may petition the court to compel a person who has failed or refused to submit a will for probate to file the will with the...

Am I entitled to any part of my deceased fathers settlement if stepmother doesnt want me to have it.

You've asked this question twice. I responded to the other (duplicate) posting. Good luck to you.

Am I entitled to any part of my deceased fathers settlement if stepmother doesn't want me to have it.

If your father passed away with a will, the will governs. If your father did not have a will, your state's laws of intestacy will provide a...

Why are some estate cases handled both testate & intestate & there was a will?

I'm afraid I don't understand your question. And neither will anyone else. Where there is a will, one's assets are distributed in accordance with...

Should I call the police and explain?

I am sorry you've had such a rough time. Your question is listed under "Probate," but only very tangentially references probate. I will try to...

Is my stepmother entitled to an inheritance from my grandmother if she out lived my father.

I'm a NY attorney and can't advise you as to your state's laws, but I can provide certain general information that may be helpful. Your father's...

Mom had no will...

It sounds as though you are overwhelmed. And I don't blame you one bit -- you have had an array of troubles -- separating from your son's father;...

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