I am a NY lawyer. The money would not come out of your pocket. The way it would work is that you, as administrator, would make the deal, sign the...

Do wee need to establish an estate?

The answer is yes. However, you and are brother are not executors until the will is admitted to probate. It sounds as if it would be a straight...

A Public Administrator in charge of my father's estate is mishandling the estate. What can I do to rectify the situation?

I am a NY lawyer. Both prior answers raise excellent points. W hy didn't you open the estate to begin with? This is very confusing to me? Was...

My brother was granted Letters of Administration. They were revoked. Can I have the money I was forced to spend reimbursed?

First, as you are represented by counsel, I would look to him or her for answers as they know the case. In general, if you are seeking fees, this...

My mom passed away 14 years ago and my dad just passed. We cannot find a will. they resided in New York.

I am a NY lawyer. You should commence an administration proceeding. Best if all distributees serve to avoid bond. As to the income tax, I agree...

Real Estate/Estate Question. My grandmothers wlll named my sister and I as recipients of 50% of her estate, my aunt, the

I am a NY lawyer. In NY, unless the contract is time is of the essence, either party is entitled to anautomatic 30 day extension to the closing.

I am a NY lawyer. Surrogate's Court is a likely court becuase often times there is a pour over will with a revocable trust and that is offered for...

First, as stated, any executor can waive commissions at any time. They are not likely to do so, but it is legal. Second, you have a good case for...

My step mother obtained an emergency power of attorney 5 years ago and I believe changed my father's will ? How can I check?

I am a NY lawyer. Have you discussed these concerns with your father? Is he competent? If he is not, that is a whole other ossue unto itself. ...

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I am a NY lawyer and not from Rochester. However, I will give you one good tip, choosing a lawyer by where there office is located is silly. You...