Executors are statutorily entitled to commissions. That commission is separate and apart from attorneys' fees. The executor's commission is on a...

What is the process to be the executor of an estate? How long is the process?

First, if the house was solely in your husband's name, a probate proceeding (if there was a will) or an administration proceeding (if there was not...

What documents do I need to sell a manufactured home?

Letters testamentary would ordinarily be sufficient (unless the letters have some restriction). Just make sure that you present an original...

If supreme court denied executor-defendant, can he file his own action with new claims (and those denied) in surrogates court?

You have posted an almost identical question separately. I responded, at some length, to that other posting. Please refer to it. Good luck to...

If supreme court denied executor-defendant, can he file his own action with new claims (and those denied) in surrogates court?

The short answer is that you'll need to have an attorney review the file. I say that because it's not clear which aspects were decided on the...

My colleagues give you good advice. I want to add a couple of points. First, if you are satisfied with the will and with the choice of your...

What a would the subject matter jurisdiction be for an Estate in FL suing for the liquidation of partial shares in a NYC co-op?

My first question is what the will said. You tell us that your father-in-law's wife is the executor, but you don't tell us the provisions of the...

How do I create an heirship affidavit?

I echo Mr. Fromm's advice that it makes sense to hire an attorney here in NY. You're obviously an intelligent person and have had the insight...

In almost every state, in order to be deemed a will, a document must be signed at the end and witnessed by at least two persons who don't receive...

Can my brother sue me to get back funds I got in a will that distributed money based on NYS law of intestate?

There's probably more to this story. Your brother, having served as administrator, probably is aware that he doesn't get to revisit distributions...