How would I know if a deed was probated. can I know from the document itself

Another answer to your question is as follows: Deeds are not probated; wills and testamentary instruments are probated. Real property may have been...

Can I request a new judge before trial

Another answer to your question is as follows: Go for it. Fire your attorney and ask for a new judge. Do so with complete humility and respect to...

My father left my son a large sum of money when he died. My son is 16 years old, do I need to file for guadianship?

An answer to your question is as follows: I am presuming that your father left the money to your son under the terms of a will and that the will...

How much does estate planning cost for creating a trust, power of attorney, etc?

Another answer to your question is as follows: 1. You get what you pay for. Don't expect a Cadillac if you're only willing to pay for a used Nova....

What is a partition action?

An answer to your question is as follows: A partition action is a proceeding where one or more parties - you -with an interest in a real property -...

How long should it take to become Executor of my friends will? Can New York ignore her wishes?

Another answer to your questions are as follows: It can take several months for the court to issue letters testamentary, even in uncontested...

Inheritance laws for non-u.s. citizen who is living outside the United States.

Another answer to your question is as follows: Yes, you may inherit the property. Your status as a non-US citizen has no bearing by itself on your...

I own land with 3 other people. One person has died, His son inherited the father's share and is refusing to probate the will

Another answer to your questions is as follows: If you don't have a partnership agreement or if you do and the agreement is silent on what happens...

Is property given to a beneficiary some years prior to the death of their parents still part of the legal terms of the will?

An answer to your question is as follows: Preliminarily, I answered a very similar question under the "Wills" practice area earlier this week. ...

An answer to your question is as follows: Unless the will or the deed or transfer document indicates clearly that the transfer was an advance on...