In which states is it illegal to leave a child out of a will ?

There is one state in the US where you must leave kids something, but it is NOT New York.

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What is the executor's duty when selling the deceases property?

The first question to answer is how are the houses held. If they are held in her name alone, then you as the executor must exercise the best...

Trusts can be terminated. Death of the Grantor may or may not be a factor in when a trust gets distributed. You must look to the document for the...

My girlfriend's father passed away with no will; stepmother moved all his assets under her name. Is she entitled to anything?

In an administration the wife and children are distributes. If she thinks that assets were wrongfully taken and would have been a part of the...

I agree with your prior answers. However, I would advise you to review the terms of your divorce decree with your lawyer. Sometimes future...

I agree. You need to go to the Surrogate's Court. The surviving parent is automatically the guardian of the person. However, you must file to...

How do i get my share of the estate or trust?

Your post is rather confusing. Has the will been admitted to probate? If so, didn't a copy of the will come with waiver? Did you get a citation?...

As part of her will my deceased mother established a life interest in her home for her ex-husband with ownership passing

The issue is an issue one of valuation. The life estate will decrease the value of the asset. It is easy to calculate the value. As to whether a...

My uncle died. his assets roughly 2 mill. no will. one child, and 9 siblings. ? is Does not this ONE child inherits everything?

I agree with all of the prior answer answers. As to what to do, the Decedent's child must immediately file an administration petition with the...

In a probate proceeding, is an executor required to provide comparable accommodation for senior tenant?

No, an executor is not required to provide comparable accommodations. The executor must use good business judgment in administering the estate. ...