What are my rights about a will read , that I was never notified about?

I'm sorry for your loss. Here's some general information. If you find it helpful--please click. Probate laws differ from state to state, but...

Your description of the situation is a little confusing. Typically, the person nominated in the will to be the executor must submit the will...

What does 'privity to the party' mean related to res judicata and collateral ?

This is a difficult question to answer without additional information--although you did a nice job summarizing the legal history. Why was a new...

My husbands will states no attorney.what can i do when the trustee is his sister and making my this difficult?

In addition to the previous two answers--which are very sound--I have a couple of other suggestions. BUT don't delay in getting in touch with a...

Hi i have a probate isue.

Mr. Holt provided valuable information about your possible options. I suggest you contact the AZ or the Phoenix Bar Associations. Oftentimes...

How do you find out if a parent has guardianship

To give a better answer than what Attorney McMahon you need to provide additional information. While it is easy to assume you are speaking about...

Can a power of attorney make all the decisions including what the person is willing to family members?

I agree with the previous answers; a power of attorney does not give the legal right to write a will for the principal (i.e., the person who gave...

Will inheritance from our uncle be transferred from my father to me if my father passes away before my uncle?

I agree with attorneys Atchley and Weinman, your great-uncle's will shall determine if you receive any part of his estate. Typically, estate...

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My cousin died in Florida. How do I go about opening a probate?

Additional info is needed in order to give a better answer. Was there a will? If so, than the will should name a executor or personal...

In a family trust, does the executor of that trust have a duty to inform who are the direct beneficiaries in writing in a month

The person responsible for managing the trust is called the "trustee." While rules vary from state to state about trust requirements and language,...