I have to make a couple of assumptions in order to answer your question. First, I assume that your mother's husband passed away before your...

Can my mother take my grandmothers assets since she was power of attorney?

The power of attorney could only be used during your grandmother's lifetime. A power of attorney expires upon the death of the principal. So, the...

Can an executor of an estate obtain bank statements from the deceased when the bank accounts were in trust for someone else?

The estate steps into the shoes of the decedent, and, thus, has the right to request documents that the decedent could have accessed during his or...

When should an estate attorney provide beneficiaries an accounting of the estate?

It sounds like the problem you have is one of communication with your attorney. My suggestion is that you make an appointment with the attorney,...

Can I have squatters rights ?

First, "squatter's rights" is a decidedly limited set of rights. You say that you were residing with your grandmother for about six years. That...

How can i deposit check which issued under my husband's name if my husband passed away?

The only way in which you can deposit checks made out to your husband or to his estate is to start a probate or administration proceeding. It's...

Not, surprisingly, a person must be an adult to act as executor. The executor does not need to be related to you, but should be someone whom...

WWhat can i do to help me with my situation?

Your posting doesn't make clear who actually owns or has tenancy rights to the apartment. That is a big factor here. If I'm counting...

Unfortunately, you did not consult an attorney prior to undertaking your duties as executor and relocating to New York. You would have been...

Can I sell a house if there is a co-owner on the deeds

Your options are limited, especially because there is simply no market for a 50% interest in a house. You can buy out her interest, if she's...