Stepping down from executrix position

Based on your post, do not step down. If you step down, you will lose authority over the proceeds remaining in the estate. Your sibling was...

I HIRED A ATTORNEY TO HANDLE THE LEGALITIES WHEN I RECEIVED MY FATHERS TRUST. THE ATTORNEY FOR THE ESTATE SENT HIM THE CHECK.

Although I agree with Michael that you provided little detail, I read your question differently than he did so I will give you my read. I think...

Need a lawyer ASAP for a lower income family buying an HDFC apartment

In a prior HDFC deal, they helped the buyer fill out the paperwork. In fact, I only saw a copy of the completed paperwork afterwards. However, I...

I paid an attorney 7500.00 and he dies. the estate attorney refuses to call me back.

You have two seperate issues. First, you have the death of your lawyer who you paid a $7,500 retainer. Calaculate the amount of the retainer...

If your mom passed away before the draft of her new will was signed, it is not her last will and testament. It is simply a draft. Her executed...

Do I file an Affidavit of Succession to real Property for Arizona?

The fact that you live in New York is irrelevant. The domicile of the person who passed away governs where any proceeding (probate or...

IDGT beneficiaries and college financial aid

No, you do not report it. It is not your asset yet yet. It only becomes yours on the death of the grantor. Remember, until that time, Grantor...

My deceased mom was recently named in her uncle's will. Does her husband or children receive her inheritance ?

According to your post, your mom survived the uncle. You will likely hear lawyers say your uncle predeceased your mom. In any event, the fact...

Can anyone contest the will? its clearly named to me

The issue about the next of kin having "standing" (or the right to) to challenge a will is correct. However, I want to touch on another point...

My mother hadvmy name on the deed for her home with a life estate for her. She passed away. Do I need a new deed

Although not legally necessary, I would suggest going to lawyer and having a new deed prepared reflecting your ownership. Having a new deed done...