How can assure that my children will get equal distribution from our house if I die first, our 2nd marriage and 7 grown children

The planning issues that arise with blended families definitely require a consultation with an experienced estate planning attorney. Proper titling...

I am executrix of my mother’s will. I have one living brother that is married to a woman that has shown no interest in caring,,

You might consider consulting an elder care mediator as well an estate planning attorney. I've attached a link to an AARP article which discusses...

A beneficiary generally has the right to compel a formal accounting. If the trustee has managed the trust well over its terms, the accounting...

My estate is worth less then 5,000,000. Should I meet with an Eldercare lawyer? I am 75 yrs and retired.

Keep in mind that NYS currently imposes an estate tax on estates just over $2 Million. Also, consult with an estate planning attorney on how best...

Is it lawful for an administrator to distribute funds from the estate to family before the estate balance is fully calculated?

An administrator of an estate has an obligation to account to those who have an interest in the estate. Distributions, when appropriate and...

Hi I'm planning on making a living trust/last will intestment, I'm leaving my assets to my daughters

Also consider the ages of your granddaughters. If they are named directly on an account the assets will likely pass to them outright and...

What is a normal charge to obtain guardianship of a adult brother with no assets who is found to not have capacity.

The rates and amounts of legal fees will vary from lawyer to lawyer based on the factors described. Additional factors to consider when asking...

My uncle passed 4 years ago leaving no will but leaving a house now the house is in limbo by the bank he took out a mortgage on

You need to consult a local estates attorney. The Surrogate's Court for the county where your Uncle resided, or where the property is located, can...

Looking for Trusts and Estates attorney in NY

You'll generally find that most attorneys in NY with a significant T&E concentration are members of their local county bar association and the New...

A family member is generally not disqualified from being a witness. As long as the formalities of a proper will execution are followed, and there...