My Dad and his wife live in Puerto Rico. They recently went to process a Will for the property. Wife has 1 child - Dad has 2.

A Will puts a person's wishes down on paper and makes those wishes enforceable under the law. In other words, your father's Will represents his...

My mortgage is through my mother, just deceased. If my debt is an asset of estate, will it be deducted from my inheritance?

One option to consider is refinancing your mortgage through a traditional lender in order to pay off your debt. Mortgage rates are historically...

Estate law: What rights does an heir have to ensure accountability?

Here is some simple advice: if you are concerned over a small amount of fees, expenses, etc., compared with the amount you are inheriting, then...

Notarizing a NY Springing Power of Attorney

The document does not have to be signed in front of a NY notary. However, the perils of drafting a springing power of attorney vs. a durable power...

Do you have to probate a will right away?

You must obey the Court Order; you would otherwise risk being held in contempt of court. For further information you could contact your county's...

In New York, the executor of a will has the 1st claim to become the representative of the estate. However, it sounds like you have rather...

If I open a business, do I need to change my personal will or power of attorney documents?

In New York, if you were to pass away, your business and associated assets may or may not fall under the authority of your will. Depending on how...

My husband died without a will and has a surviving parent and we had no kids, how do i hire or use a lawyer to administer the

We would be happy to offer you a free phone consultation regarding New Jersey Estate Administration Proceedings.