Can I sue the attorney who prepared the Will?

In NY, only the Executor can bring a malpractice action against the draftsperson. Personal property sometimes can include cash and sometimes not...

In New York a deed between a husband and wife is presumed to be owned jointly as "husband and wife", unless the deed says otherwise. Assuming that...

While I agree that it could be for title, An Affidavit of Heirship is a Surrogate's Court concept. Perhaps someone is trying to probate a copy of...

How can i remove a former friend of my mothers off of her deed?

If your mom passed away and the deed is in two names and you believe there was fraud or undue influence involved, you need to quickly see a lawyer...

Can I receive a copy of the will before the case is moved to surrogate court to be probated ?

You should receive a copy of the will with the waiver. They are not required to give it to you before, although they certainly could. However,...

Recovering assets stolen by an executor?

The procedure to recover estate assets that were wrongfully taken by anyone is a turnover proceeding in the Surrogates Court. Depending ion your...

How do I know my current attorney is doing the job and getting the result I want/need?

I hope that there are other assets in the estate besides the house which was sold at a short sale. If not, be careful not to spend more money on...

Do I need to negotiate? How long will it take if I negotiate? Please explain the negotiation process?

A very significant fact is the shareholders' identity. If you are in New York, you can work with a lawyer and get a temporary appointment,...

Is my father's will still valid and will it still be honored?

The age of the will does matter. If it is a valid will and has witnesses, etc. , it can be offered for probate. Your mother's estate will be an...

who entitled to money from my father's estate?I'm only living child does my diseased brothers children get part of it?

Since your brother post deceased the Decedent, your brother's share passes to his estate. You stated that you were a "matrix" of the estate. Do...