Under the commonly-recognized "statute of frauds," an interest in real property must be in writing. You have a difficult hurdle. There may be...

How do I find a copy of a will left to me and my brother? Do I have the right to see the will even when stepmom is still living?

If your father left his wife assets in trust with the right to generate income from the trust assets, but not to have access to the principal, that...

When Mom had her Will on voice conference on speaker mode with two witnesses and signed notarized and died a week later.

If the missing will was executed in accordance with the formalities required by state law, you may be able to probate a copy of it. In doing so,...

Many attorneys do work pro bono -- in order to vindicate important rights and causes. But, it is nearly impossible to find an attorney who will...

Your posting is, unfortunately, unclear. I'm not sure whether you are referring to your father's will or your uncle's will or the will of one or...

What is considered reasonable out of pocket expenses for a executor and what is excessive?

It's impossible for any of us to definitively tell you that the four visits were wholly unnecessary. If the executor had not made these trips, she...

Do I open an Estate Checking Account as Executrix?

Mr. Pankowski gives you good advice. If there are any assets solely in your sister's name, those would be subject to probate. Depending on the...

One of the family members may be able to seek temporary authority to deal with an imminent foreclosure proceeding. Analyzing how one can prove (or...

I asked about being able continue living in Dads house well the will is in probate?

The best solution here is the common-sense approach: Get your brothers' consent. Good luck to you.

If I am the estate administrator, can I sell the vehicles to a friend for 100 a piece if the estate owes for funeral services s?

It's not clear what the value of the estate is, so it's hard to respond meaningfully. But I strongly advise against a plan whereby you "sell"...