Can I purchase my brothers share of family vacation home left to four siblings?

Yes, it's perfectly legal - depending on the terms of the Will. If, in the Will and now on the deed, there were no restrictions on your brother's...

If the Trustee does not provide you with information about the document or about the financing, you can file a petition for accounting in...

How do I become estate representative of my deceased mother?

Like Regina said, the answer depends on the size of the estate and whether or not she had a Will. If there is no Will and the size is greater than...

POWER OF ATTORNEY DIY Forms?

As a POA you can usually sign documents on behalf of the principal (including legal paperwork). If you are not hiring an attorney, you will step...

What are the chances of receiving social or NY transit authority benefits from my deceased common law husband of 40 plus years??

Unfortunately, New York does not recognize common law marriage, regardless of how long you lived together. So unless he specifically put your...

Yes, a quit claim deed is fine, but why wouldn't you do a full Warranty deed? It will be easier to sell later with a full deed. Before you...

Alone, no family and my friends say they can't (or won't) do executor work...?

You probably will not get a bank as a co-trustee. These usually prefer estates / trusts of $2MM or greater. Find out whether the attorney is...

If your father had no Will, then yes - you and your stepmom are your father's heirs. The split is approximately 50/50 for assets going through...

Can my uncle contest for an inheritance to be given to my mothers estate?

The answer depends on who died first - your mother or the cousin. If your mother predeceased the cousin, then you and your brother should get the...

It depends on whether it's a first party special needs trust (set up with your daughter's own money) or a third party special needs trust (set up...