If your brother named his girlfriend as beneficiary on the account, then the money goes to her.

No, unless your father made a will leaving the house to him only.

It means you're not going to contest the will and you agree to the executor being appointed by the court.

Is there a time frame after death in which you can file probate? Can you do probate with no will?

The previous answer is correct. However, an administration proceeding is not relevant to the trust of which your aunt is trustee. To determine what...

What should I do if my estate attorney is not taking aggressive action to get the letters testamentary? Get another attorney?

You might try contacting the Surrogate's Court to find out the status of the Petition.

Your uncle will need to consult a probate lawyer. This is not a simple matter.

HI. I'm trying to settle my father's estate. He forgot to put my mother down as a beneficiary. Now his account is locked.

It depends on the circumstances. If your father's estate is small (under $50,000), you can file a small estate affidavit. You can do this yourself...

Since your brother did not sign his will, you must petition the Surrogate's Court to be appointed administrator of his estate. You should consult a...

If your mother had no will, her property, including her home, passes by the NYS laws of intestacy. Her husband inherits the first $50,000 of her...

I am on the deed of my Father's house with his new wife. HELP?

If your father, his wife (or girlfriend), and you are all on the deed, the only way to change this is for all three of you to execute a new deed.