I agree with the prior answer as a general matter. However, there are circustances which can cause the Executor to feel it is not on the best...

I agree with you that it sounds odd. Prior to signing a waiver and consent you must be certain that this is the will he is offering for probate...

If the 3rd wife dies, does the estate return to the blood family?

There are different ways to approach a post death scenario. I would definitely suggest that you petition so that you are in control of the estate....

I totally agree. You can only have your own signature notarized. If the insurance claim was his personally, you may need to have your lawyer...

Why is probate taking so long?

The Executor is incorrect. He has a fiduciary obligation to the estate that is not controlled by the attorney. In fact, the Executor stands to...

You first have to decide whether you want to make this transfer during lifetime or on death. Once you make that decision, than your choices will...

Are you her executor? If not, you cannot ignore the son, while you may want to establish a Supplem ental Needs Trust. While your intentions of...

I am assuming that there was no will passing the property, even though you used the word "Exexutor" in your post. In a situation where you need to...

If a person dies without a will, the next of share equally in the decedent's assets irregardless of the relationship. The only thing that could...

Was there money in the estate to satisfy the debts that went elsewhere? If so, did it go to beneficiaries or priority creditors? The answers to...