My father passed away his estate was closed over a month ago my step brother has the estate money how long does he have to pay ?

Are you sure the estate is "closed"? I believe to close an estate the executioner has to file a final accounting w/the Surrogate's Court...

Can i get a copy of a power of attorney papers without going to court and with the Grantor deceased?

As Ms. Kipperman said, a POA becomes invalid once the principal dies. It is also unlikely the court would have a copy. You might check with a bank...

Do you know what fee's would be assessed for a consultation/conference regarding estate planning?

Just to add one wrinkle to the previous answers, you might also find an attorney who charges for an extended consult but then deducts that amount...

I'd just like to toss out another option. There are a growing number of estate/probate mediators who would have the experience to help both sides...

Can I sue

I'm sorry for your loss. There are a number of other relevant issues here. New York doesn't have common law marriages. Unless your father lived...

Does subsequent 2014 NY power of attorney revoke prior 2005 NY power of attorney?

I think Ms. Kiperman hit the nail on the head. You'll need to carefully look over both POAs. But in reading your summary, other questions arise....

SSA finds you disabled at 60. Can you take an inheritance a parent left and put it into 3rd party trust for disabled 60 year old

Madam, You are certainly in an unfortunate situation. But reading your question and comments also indicate you are pretty savvy about trusts and...

What are considered assets as far as Surrogates court is concerned?

I'd like to add a few words to Mr. Haber's fine answer. Since the wife apparently petitioned the court to be appointed administrator, presumably...

Should we contest Mother in Law's will?

The previous attorneys are correct regarding possible actions against the POA brother for things he did while Mother was still alive. What you...

Is my fathers estate lawyer allowed to refuse a death certificate to a deceased client's child

I'm sorry for your loss. Yes, what he told you is perfectly legal and correct, although perhaps it was somewhat insensitive to someone who just...

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