How can I keep attorney fees reasonable, as low as possible, when my estate is settled?

Have your attorney draft you a Pour Over Will and a Revocable Trust so you can avoid probate.

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Hello- My brother and I received a Notice of Petition for Foreclosure for Delinquent Taxes on property passed down

You can quitclaim the property to him with an agreement that he will pay you something upon the sale / liquidation. Get a good transactional lawyer.

What is the percentage of taxes from income that I would have to pay as a US citizen living in Israel.

A US citizen is taxed on their worldwide income. You should consult a lawyer versed in international tax and estate planning to see what treaty...

How do i receive a copy of my fathers will .HE LIVED IN WINDSOR NY. HER HUSBAND WILL NOT GIVE A COPY TO SEE?

You should get a copy of the will from the Surrogate's Court and then go see a probate attorney. Most of the time there are successor executors...

Pricing of estate planning...

That is easily over 10 hours of attorney work plus there are expenses and costs. Off the top I would say at least $5,000 - maybe more based on the...

Does Executor Need to File a NJ Estate Tax Return?

I would see an estate lawyer because it sounds like there is only $200,000 worth of equity there. You may not be required to file a return. It...

Would a judge wonder why a defendant has two different lawyers present 2 different "answers" for the same complaint?

This is strange. How did this happen? It potentially bodes well for you.

Is it possible to take care of a land contract that is in default without paying attorney fees?

It depends on what the Power of Attorney says. Can you commence and prosecute litigation on your mother's behalf? If so, you should be able to...

Social security chks and nursing homes

Hire an elder law attorney immediately. Social services could drop your father from coverage and they could commence an action against you.

Can I live in estate property until sold? My daughter and I will be homeless. After, we could use settlement to get apartment.

Your sister will eventually be able to get you out. In the meantime, if you want to stay, your argument should be that since the will has been...