If I have no real estate or savings, can I do a simple will leaving whatever to my only son without having to get it notarizEd?

The legal formalities that must be complied with in New York when one signs their will are the same regardless of the size of a person's estate. ...

Letter from Doc. stating person should not sign legal docs without POA. present, are they consider incompetent?

The letter you are referring to is probably related to a power of attorney previously signed by the person in question. New York law provides for a...

Unfortunately, the power is not valid for reasons stated in previous answers. You should always consult with an attorney when executing a New York...

If my wife dies and the house is in her name who does the house go to?

In New York State, a surviving spouse is entitled to certain exempt property, i.e., cash up to $25,000.00, a motor vehicle worth up to $25,000.00...

My father died with out a will. I am the only sibling. He left no money or insurance due to gambling losses and lots of debt.

As your father's only heir, you can be appointed administrator of your father's estate. An administrator collects assets of the decedent, converts...

Mother willed 50% house to me and 10% to each of my 5 siblings could they come together and take home from me? revocable will

I assume you are referring to a revocable trust or "living will." If the trust (or will when probated) devised the home to you and your siblings,...

Money disagreement

If you retain a New York attorney, your attorney can handle the matter for you while you're in Florida. From what I can tell from your summary,...

Do I need Togo to probate if deceased dad's will says brother and I inherit house 50/50?

If you and your brother are your father's only heirs, title to the home vests in you and your brother as tenants-in-common. You can sell the home...

Does my brother's heir have right to any settlement money?

Since your deceased brother survived your mother, the bequest to him would go to his estate. The beneficiaries of his estate would depend on...

Can an appointed administrator of a NY estate appoint a power of attorney to handle some of the matters

In New York State, an administrator cannot appoint an agent pursuant to a power of attorney. The administrator can hire professionals such as...